The Cost of Always Being On

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If your phone’s always on, your brain is never off.

We glorify availability.
Fast replies. Immediate feedback.
We wear “always reachable” like a badge of honor.

But here’s what that really means:
→ No margin.
→ No recovery.
→ No space for clarity.

You’re not a machine.
You’re not supposed to be “on” 24/7.
And your team, your clients, and your brain don’t actually need more access to you—
They need a more focused, grounded version of you.

And that version?
Only shows up when you unplug.

3 Boundaries That Build Better Leaders

🔕 Schedule your off time.
Don’t leave rest to chance.
Put it on the calendar like a client meeting—because it matters more.

📱 Close the loop.
Let people know when you’re offline.
Set clear expectations so you don’t feel guilty for resting.

🚪 Create a daily shutdown ritual.
Turn off notifications.
Close the laptop.
Step into the real world for a few hours.

Want help creating a system that keeps showing up for you, even when you don’t feel like it?
📅 Book a 15-min strategy call

1 Book Recommendation

📘 Stolen Focus by Johann Hari
A powerful breakdown of how our attention is being hijacked—and how to take it back. Especially relevant for business owners constantly plugged in.

1 Quote

"Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes… including you."
— Anne Lamott

Final Thought

You’re not falling behind by resting.
You’re recharging so you can show up stronger.

The best leaders don’t give everyone unlimited access.
They give their best attention to what matters most.

You’re allowed to turn it off.
You’re allowed to unplug.
You’re allowed to protect your energy.

—Brian

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