Move slowly and fix things – Human sustainability for the planet
Many people working in sustainability feel disillusioned and burned out. The problem is that businesses often prioritise profit over real, impactful change. Sustainability is seen as secondary, and those driving it are left feeling unsupported and powerless. This lack of meaningful action leaves even the most dedicated individuals questioning their efforts.
Kathryn Sheridan suggests slowing down, reconnecting with our values, and acting from a place of stability. By making small, steady changes, we can avoid burnout and create lasting impact. It’s about finding balance, caring for ourselves, and learning to pace our efforts for the long haul.
If we continue at breakneck speed, we risk losing the energy and clarity we need to make real progress. Burnout can leave us unable to act, and the noise of the world can overwhelm us. Without intentional change, we might stay stuck in cycles of stress and frustration, unable to move forward.
This episode will help you
- Understand how to approach sustainability with credibility, integrity, and a focus on human wellbeing
- Discover the importance of slowing down and acting from a place of stability for meaningful and lasting change
- Learn how to navigate the challenges of balancing personal purpose and professional responsibilities in leadership
Highlights
- [00:08:17] The slow and steady road to, and through, burnout
- [00:11:21] Kathryn’s reflections on her consultancy
- [00:12:50] Learning to slow down
- [00:14:16] The challenges of the founder-led business
- [00:17:20] Falling out-of-love with ustainability
- [00:23:20] Time to ccut the noise
- [00:27:25] The role of fear
- [00:30:23] Change is made through small steps
- [00:32:38] Caring for others’ fears
- [00:35:51] People Planet Place
- [00:36:34] What Fearless Forward means to Sally-Anne
- [00:37:19] Takeaways from Sally-Anne
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