Work is an essential component for leaders in every organization. ย However, work should not consistently over shadow other aspects of a leader’s life. We are only capable of taking on so much before physical and emotional resources are depleted. The more responsibility a leader shoulders the moreย important itย is to pay attention toย one’s emotional reactions toย daily and sometimes unrealisticย demands.ย
A leader shared recently thatย her instinct was telling her to take action on something that would affect her personally and professionally. As I listened it was clear that she was eagerly anticipatingย the change; butย instead of acting sheย decided to put it on hold “for now.” Her logic was sound, but I silently hoped that the decision to not follow her gut would not have negative consequences. ย Your emotional response or gut feeling may be the first sign that your priorities are not aligned with your values or your personal needs.ย Paying attention provides the opportunity to adopt a more balanced approach or make a necessary change.