In this episode of Move.Talk.Thrive, Emily and Lizzy turn the focus from children to the adults who support them — the employees, clinicians, and leaders feeling the strain of end-of-year fatigue.

As reports pile up, diaries fill, and festive logistics take over, they unpack what it truly means to “finish well” — without tipping into burnout. Drawing from their own experiences as business owners, they explore how to support teams through this demanding season, maintain co-regulation in the workplace, and balance forward planning with being present.

Key Takeaways

• Co-regulation matters at every level: The energy you bring to your team influences everyone around you.

• Work smarter, not harder: Finishing well isn’t about doing more — it’s about creating clarity, structure, and support.

• Reflection over perfection: Take time to check in with yourself and your team — what worked, what didn’t, and how you want to show up next year.

• Shift from hustle to gratitude: Appreciation and acknowledgement boost morale far more than last-minute productivity pushes.

• Clarity calms chaos: Be clear about priorities — and let go of what can wait until the new year.

• Finish with intention: Ask yourself — How do I want to feel when the year ends?

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Emily Mackie

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Lizzy Dawson

Website: www.lizzydawson.com.au

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