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Everyday actions for everyday resilience

When your week gets busy, do you find yourself dropping the things that help you feel good? It can be easy to put rest, support and time outside work on hold just when you need them most.

In this Squiggly Career Shortcut, Helen shares six small actions you can build into your week to support your resilience. Pick one or two that feel useful to you and try doing them regularly, before things start to feel difficult.

🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn how to:

– Find something to look forward to, even in a hard week
– Work out what help you need and ask for it
– Notice and celebrate your wins
– Find someone you can talk to when things feel difficult
– Protect the rest and recovery that works for you
– Make time for your world outside work

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Podcast: Everyday actions for everyday resilience

Date: 8 October 2026


If you'd like a text transcript of this episode (598 - How to understand and take action with your ambition), please email sarahmassie@amazingif.com. 

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