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The Cost of Constant: What We Lose When We Never Stop
how to find rest, the myth of constant Lauren Young how to find rest, the myth of constant Lauren Young

The Cost of Constant: What We Lose When We Never Stop

We tell ourselves we’ll rest later — after the next project, the next busy season, the next “once things calm down.” But sometimes later never comes. In this powerful reflection, Dr. Lauren Young shares what she learned from a dear friend and colleague whose plans for “someday” were cut short. This essay is a reminder that leadership isn’t about constant motion — it’s about knowing when to stop, breathe, and live your life while you still can.

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