The 20-Minute Year-End Reset That Stops January Chaos Before It Begins

If you’re trying to switch off but your mind won’t stop spinning, this episode is for you.

As the year winds down, many business owners slow their workload but never truly switch off. The problem isn’t effort. It’s unfinished mental loops that keep your nervous system on high alert, even when you’re meant to be resting.

In this episode, Leon and I break down why open loops drain your energy, steal your focus, and quietly sabotage your ability to reset for the year ahead. You’ll learn a simple, practical framework to clear mental clutter, park unfinished tasks without anxiety, and remove friction so January doesn’t feel chaotic before it even starts.

If you want to close your year with clarity, protect your energy, and return refreshed, focused, and ready to lead at a higher level in the New Year, this conversation is for you.

WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:

1. 00:45 - Why slowing down isn’t the same as switching off
2. 01:52 - How open loops keep your nervous system on edge
3. 04:55 - The real cost of unfinished tasks
4. 09:52 - How to clear fast wins from your inbox and task list so they stop living rent-free in your head
5. 12:04 - How to park unfinished work without creating anxiety
6. 15:20 - Setting up your future self with simple decisions already made
7. 18:07 - Why rest is a strategy, and not a reward
8. 21:00 - How to fully switch off without guilt so you can return clear and energised

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