'My high-pressure job made me reassess my life'

I faced immense pressure - the role involved constant travel, long hours and high-stakes decision-making. While I thrived on the challenges initially, I began noticing signs of burnout creeping in.
"The turning point came when I realised I was constantly fatigued, unable to switch off mentally and experiencing health issues. My energy levels plummeted, my sleep became erratic and I constantly felt overwhelmed, which impacted my ability to enjoy life outside work. It was a wake-up call when I developed an autoimmune condition, which I later recognised was exacerbated by chronic stress.
"This was the moment I knew I needed to make changes. Physically, my body felt drained and I struggled with recurring illnesses. Mentally, I experienced brain fog, reduced concentration and a sense of detachment.
"Recovery required a complete reset of my health and lifestyle. I focused on different practices ...