There’s this funny thing that happens with ambitious, compassionate humans. We assume the weight of everything. Client expectations, family stuff, inbox guilt, “I should reply to that” energy, the pressure to keep the plates spinning so no one thinks we’re dropping the ball.

In recent years, the concept of “boundaries” has become increasingly recognised in the workplace. While the idea is often discussed in the context of wellbeing and leadership, maintaining clear and consistent boundaries in practice can be far more challenging.