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We are going to be here a long time, and all of you will be more valuable to me and the country with rest and a stable home life.

— Jimmy Carter

Reflection

If you’re serious about making a dent in the world, you can’t treat your health like an afterthought. Carter didn’t tell his team to rest because he was soft—he said it because he needed them sharp for the long haul. Burnout isn’t a badge of honor; it’s a failure of strategy. If you’re constantly exhausted, disconnected, or running on fumes, your impact is already compromised. High-capacity leadership demands margin, not just hustle. Get honest about what’s draining you, then build the discipline to fix it.

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