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Episode 129: Should you plan when you’re exhausted?
Episode 12917th March 2026 • Unfrazzle • Louise Miller
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In this episode, I’m talking about planning when you’re feeling depleted. If life or work has left you exhausted, your instinct might be to step away from planning entirely. I share how to approach planning gently and intentionally, focusing on what not to do, leaving space to recover, and giving yourself permission to let some things go. A thoughtful, low-pressure approach that actually supports your wellbeing.

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