Hello KSKOers

I keep hearing the word ‘settle’! Different people keep using it in different places. It’s got me thinking about the benefit of settling ourselves, taking a moment of calm and resetting for whatever is to come next. Settling feels like resilience walking.

This week’s Knowing Self Aware Leadership blog article was all about settling. Here’s a minimalistical, drawing out the core concepts for you. You can read the full article here.

Looking forward to joining you on your learning journey!

Nia

Active Reset: Settling isn’t passive, it’s a deliberate act of regulation. It means grounding yourself, calming your system, and preparing your mind for what comes next. It’s how you show up with intention, not just momentum.

Mind the Transition: Modern workdays blur one task into the next. But real clarity comes in the space between. Give yourself permission to pause between meetings or decisions – it’s where focus and balance are rebuilt.

You Already Do It: When you say “Give me a sec” or “Let me breathe,” you’re settling, whether you name it or not. Start seeing these as purposeful tools for self-regulation, not guilty pauses or wasted time.

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