A December Reminder: Presence Over Perfection

As we step into a new week, here’s your reminder: this year doesn’t need you burnt out—it needs you balanced. You can finish strong without running yourself into the ground. Give yourself permission to pause, refocus, and reset.

December has a way of turning up the brightness… or the pressure. It can shine beautifully, or it can burn you out completely. And here’s the truth we forget far too easily: you don’t have to do it all. The people who care about you want your presence, not your perfection.

Watch my video below to know more or continue reading.

Workbench for the Mind Tip of the Week

Schedule a “no-meeting hour.”
Block out one hour this week—non-negotiable—dedicated purely to deep thinking or quiet reflection. No notifications, no calendar invites, no context-switching. Just space.

And when you feel yourself rushing or spiraling into urgency, ask:

“Is this essential… or is it just expected?”

That one question creates room for clarity, boundaries, and ease.

Choose ease over overload.
Choose steadiness over stress.
Choose presence over pressure.

Wishing you a grounded, meaningful week ahead.

Suzi Evans

Mental Health Educator & Trainer