As we move from a pandemic world to an endemic world, self-care is more important than ever. How do you prioritize yourself when you’re constantly being pulled in multiple directions? As a leader, how do you lead by example and convey your values to your team?
“It may seem counterintuitive when flight attendants ask passengers to put their oxygen masks on first before attending to their children. But it makes sense. You have to take care of yourself before you can care for others. The same is true for association CEOs, especially through the turbulence of 2020 and, presumably, the long road to recovery that lies ahead.
The past year has derailed a lot of conventional wisdom about work-life balance, self-care, and mental health. Working remotely was often seen as a “privilege” and perceived as an excuse to coast at home. With many people working longer hours than ever before—at home—that myth has almost certainly been debunked Likewise, employers often talked about employee mental health, but were they actively supporting it? Another misconception was that self-care was all about spa treatments and relaxation.”
By Lisa Boylan
Originally published on January 25, 2021, for Associations Now
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