Your gut is one of the loudest parts of your body and it’s the centre where all the important neurochemicals are produced such as GABA, serotonin, norepinephrine, dopamine, acetylcholine and melatonin. These neurochemicals are responsible for cognition, mood regulation and even sleep.

Interoception is the sense that provides information about the internal state of your body. It's all about those subtle signals your body sends you, often without you even realising it.

The truth is, achieving this isn't about hustling harder. It's about learning the powerful art of saying "no."

Are you really burned out, or are you just spiritually depleted? Many of us are feeling lost and disconnected. We're caught in a cycle of endless to-do lists and obligations. In our hectic modern world that prioritises hustle, many have forgotten how to connect with their inner selves and sense of purpose.

As a woman, and more so as a woman of colour, I’ve always felt like I had to prove myself to earn the right to be in the board room or at any decision-making table. I’d work twice as hard, stay longer, take on more responsibility - only to be overlooked or undervalued. And so I’d knuckle down and “work harder”. And all that ever led to was burnout, resentment and dissatisfaction.

Do you ever feel like there aren't enough hours in the day to get everything done? Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed and stressed out, constantly running from one task to the next? I've been there, and I know just how exhausting it can be.

Burnout is a nasty business. It sucks the life out of even the most passionate purpose-driven entrepreneur.

How many times have you felt guilty for taking some time out to rest and relax? Yup, we see you honey. It's tough not to feel like you should be tackling your to-do list instead of taking some much-needed "me time". And let's face it, it's even harder when the dirty dishes are staring you down and all you want is a glass of wine and Outlander's Jamie Fraser shirtless on repeat. But guess what? It's time to shake off that guilt and embrace the power of rest.

Our nervous system is the communication system that regulates our body. It consists of the brain, spinal cord and sensory organs, as well as every nerve that connects these organs with the rest of the body.

Even if you’re broke, have just been dumped and lost your job, (all of which I was going through at the time) you can practice gratitude and watch how the things around you start to shift. Start by focusing on something small. Like feeling grateful that you can flick a switch and have the lights turn on. Or that you can simply turn of the tap and have clean drinking water.