Bubble baths and bonbons, red wine and Netflix—our concept of self-care often starts with a stereotypical scene.
But as we mature, so does our understanding of this vital force for replenishment. Self-care means investing in yourself because you’re worth it. Sometimes that means sweatpants and an early bedtime. Other times, it means enlisting in some professional development.
Amy’s Experience
That was the case for Amy Cassel, Regional Vice President for Farm Bureau Financial Services, serving the Kansas Regional Sales Team. Her job is demanding, and she excels at it. She recently had an opportunity to step back and re-evaluate her work.
Amy participated in a Dardis Communications workshop and was blown away by how much she got out of it.
“My first impression was amazing,” Amy said. “I remember pulling the instructor, Paul, aside during a break and saying, ‘I love this! I need more!’”
Pressing Pause
After marching forward with her never-ending to-do list, constantly serving the needs of others, the Dardis workshop provided a welcome chance to step back and reflect.
“It was phenomenal,” Amy said. “It made me stop and focus on myself.”
That felt really good, she realized.
Paul encouraged Amy to begin one-on-one executive coaching with Dardis Senior Vice President Angie Bennett.
The Emotional Impact
The pay-off was clear: Amy dramatically sharpened her communication skills. The entire experience felt like a luxury, the highest form of self-care.
“It absolutely is self-care,” she said. “You’re doing it for work, but it’s such a big part of who you are and what you do. It gave me such a huge confidence boost. It felt amazing to focus on myself.”
Finally, Amy could put into practice an important leadership concept. “We preached that every day in the work we do as leaders: ‘Take care of yourself, invest in yourself.’ But I for one am guilty of not doing that,” she said. “Being part of the Dardis program really shifted my thinking. No matter what level you’re at, you have to hone in on your skills and practice. You deserve to work on yourself.”
Treat Yourself to a Dardis Training
As busy business professionals, it’s easy to prioritize everyone else before yourself. When you need to take a step back and find time to recenter yourself, turn to Dardis for professional development, coaching, and career advice. We’ll help you remember why it’s so important to invest in yourself! Reach out today to learn more about how you can partner with us or attend one of our public programs.