Grounded leadership starts with tending to your own well-being.

DEEP BREATH...

This week, the election news has been heavy and deeply triggering. As leaders, we often feel the responsibility to support our teams even while navigating our own emotions. At Liberated Development, we recognize that leadership doesn’t always allow for a full pause or escape from responsibility—but it does benefit from self-compassion and grounding.

As you dive into the work of holding space for others, take a moment to hold space for yourself. Protecting yourself isn’t always about fully stepping away—we understand that sometimes you can't; it’s about grounding in your own well-being so you can show up fully for your team.

🎯 Today’s Focus: Protect Yourself First – Even as You Lead

💠 Action: Take a quiet moment to check in with yourself. Ask: What do I need to stay grounded right now? This could mean giving yourself permission to acknowledge the heaviness, reaching out to a peer for mutual support, or simply taking a few breaths before meeting with your team. Self-care can be as brief as a pause—but it’s essential.

💡 Why This Matters Right Now:
For YOU as a Leader – By tending to your own resilience, you’re building the capacity to lead with empathy and strength. Recognizing your own needs allows you to show up authentically, setting a powerful example of mindful, grounded leadership.
For the TEAM – When your well-being is attended to, you can better support others. Your grounded presence reassures your team, showing them that it’s possible to honor our own experiences even as we take care of each other.

❓What small act of self-care will prepare you to support others today? Go do that!