Summer Health Check-in
Hey yall,
This is a quick one, but don't sleep on the importance of this brief message.
I'm here to lovingly remind you that your body deserves regular maintenance, just like your car, your business, and your career.
This week, I had my 6-month dental cleaning, my first mammogram, and my annual gynecological exam. Instead of waiting to feel an ache or pain, I put things on the calendar to keep the conversations going and the assessments flowing!
As a leader, prioritizing my health helps me show up in greater alignment with my intentions and values. When I'm running on empty or navigating ailments that I've tried to push aside, everyone feels it. When I'm well-rested, looked after, and physically strong, I can hold space for others without distraction, think strategically, and lead from a place of abundance rather than depletion.
So, When Did You Last...?
Take a gentle look at this list. No judgment, no pressure, just curiosity:
Physical Health
Schedule a routine check-up with your primary care doctor?
Get your annual eye exam or update your prescription?
Have a dental cleaning (not just when something hurts)?
Check in with a specialist you've been meaning to see?
Mental & Emotional Wellness
Have an honest conversation with a therapist or counselor?
Take a full day off without checking work emails?
Say "no" to something that would drain your energy?
Ask for help instead of powering through alone?
Work Wellness
Actually use all of your vacation days?
Eat lunch away from your desk?
It’s me! Leaving my dental cleaning. Tired and hungry, but grateful for access to health services and preventative care.
What would it look like if our health appointments, gym sessions, and therapy calls were the non-negotiables that everything else got scheduled around?
The point isn't perfection. It's about paying attention and prioritizing our wellness. Your future self will thank you for the care you show up with today.
With love and gentle accountability,
Tamisha
P.S. What's one small thing from this list you could schedule this week? Reply and let me know. I love celebrating acts of self-love with you.
