If your calendar is packed and your mind is fried, this episode is your official permission slip to slow down, set boundaries, and actually care for yourself. Cheryl and Colleen break down 6 strategic, sanity-saving days you should schedule immediately if you want to avoid burnout and thrive in business and life.
They share personal stories, practical prompts, and mindset shifts that will help you treat self-care not as an afterthought, but as a strategic move.
These aren’t just “cute ideas”—they’re essential survival tools for women doing it all.
🗓️ The 6 Must-Have Days:
Get Your Sh*t Together Day
Clear the inbox, pay the bills, plan the meals, sort the chaos
🧠 Mental bandwidth starts here
Unplug Day
A full 24 hours off screens to reconnect with yourself, your thoughts, and your people
🤳 Spoiler: You won’t miss as much as you think
Be a Tourist Day
Explore your own city like you’ve never seen it before
🚶♀️ Local adventure is still adventure
Reconnection Day
Rebuild bonds with friends, mentors, your community, or yourself
🤝 Relationships = real ROI
Couple/Partner Day
Intentional time with the one who often comes last on the list
💞 Don’t just survive your relationship—invest in it
Comfy / Schedule Nothing Day
Cancel plans, wear the sweats, and do nothing on purpose
🛋️ Rest is a strategy, not a luxury
🔥 Why This Matters:
Self-care isn’t selfish—it’s essential for sustainability
Burnout doesn’t always look dramatic—it’s often slow and silent
Scheduling ahead is the key to actually following through
Boundaries = freedom (and fewer meltdowns)
💬 Listener Prompt:
What’s the first day you are adding to your calendar? Share with us on Instagram: 📲 @doingthisrightpod
👯♀️ Hosts:
Cheryl Medeiros – @cheryl.theslorealtor
Colleen Hungerford – @colleenhungerford
Podcast Instagram – @doingthisrightpod👯♀️ Hosts:
Cheryl Medeiros – @cheryl.theslorealtor
Colleen Hungerford – @colleenhungerford
Podcast Instagram – @doingthisrightpod
📚 Mentioned in the Episode:
The Death of Demographics – an eye-opening read on why psychographics matter more than age or zip code
InspireHER Collective – Cheryl & Colleen’s community for ambitious women craving courage, clarity, and connection in business and life
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