Carrying Water: Finding Balance and Embracing Rest

As athletes, students, and leaders, we juggle a lot—training, school, responsibilities, and expectations. But without balance, the weight of it all can lead to burnout. Just like carrying water, we need moments to pause, reset, and refill.

In this blog, we dive into the importance of rest, why it looks different for everyone, and what research says about preventing burnout. Plus, I share my personal approach to rest—how true recovery means creating space, slowing down, and reducing the mental load.

Read more to learn how to protect your energy, find balance, and keep moving forward—without spilling your bucket. 💜