Build the Recharge in upfront

A week at the beach with the children, following the end of a long project, has been a wonderful reminder of the importance of taking time to recharge.

At the start of the project, our team deliberately planned for recovery. Success wasn’t just about delivering on expectations; it was also about creating space to rest before returning to our day jobs. That simple conversation about what “good” looked like became a guiding principle, helping us navigate a challenging project filled with extensive travel and long hours away from home.

For me, the beach holiday became more than a reward. It was an incentive for the children—something to look forward to during another flight, another night away. It also became a lifeline for me. As the project’s workload intensified, I was grateful I’d booked the holiday upfront. There was no way I’d have had the time (or energy) to research beach houses when we were in the thick of it.

Photos of the beach house became a touchstone during late-night stints—a little visual reminder of the rest and connection waiting on the other side of the work.

And when we finally arrived? Pure serenity.

This experience has reinforced the power of deliberate recovery. Planning time to recharge isn’t just about rest; it’s about creating capacity to do the work—and live the life—that matters most.

What would deliberate recovery look like for you?