The Art of Switching Off: How to Reclaim Your Evenings
Ever find yourself physically on the couch but mentally knee-deep in tomorrow’s to-do list? You're not alone. In this episode of Unrushed: Less Stress, More Meaning, we explore what it truly means to switch off — not just log out — and reclaim your evenings from the always-on work culture.Join me, Ronél Pretorius, Certified Women's Wellness Coach, as I share three practical, research-backed strategies to help you unwind after work, without guilt:How to create micro moments of recovery throughout your day The power of a simple shutdown ritual to signal to your brain it's safe to stopWhy digital boundaries are essential (and how to set them without going off-grid)You’ll also hear common objections like “I don’t have time to rest” or “People will think I’m not committed,” and why they might be holding you back from real recovery.By the end of this episode, you’ll walk away with small shifts that can help you feel more present, less stressed, and genuinely restored.📥 Don’t forget to download your free copy of the Reset Your Stress Guide 🎧 Subscribe so you never miss a moment of calm clarity and grounded support.Timestamps:00:00 The Art of Switching Off: How to Reclaim Your Evenings01:06 The Always-On Culture01:38 Strategy 1: Micro Moments of Recovery02:43 Strategy 2: Creating a Shutdown Ritual03:39 Strategy 3: Redesigning Digital Boundaries04:59 Addressing Common Concerns06:00 Recap and Final Thoughts06:44 Conclusion and Next StepsConnect with Ronél: Thank you for listening! You can find more resources and inspiration here: Website: ronelpretorius.com Instagram: @ronelpretorius.coach Pinterest: @ronelpretoriuswellnesscoach LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ronel-pretorius Do you want weekly inspiration and tips right in your inbox? Click here to subscribe. DISCLAIMER: The conversations shared on this podcast are meant to inform, inspire, and support — not to diagnose, treat, or replace professional medical or mental health care. Always seek the guidance of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your health or well-being.
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Welcome to Unrushed: Less Stress More Meaning
Welcome to Unrushed: Less Stress, More Meaning, the podcast for high-functioning women who are tired of holding it all together at the cost of their well-being.In this short trailer, your host, Women’s Wellness Coach Ronél Pretorius, shares why this show was created and what you can expect each week—honest conversations, practical tools, and gentle encouragement to help you set boundaries, reduce stress, and create a life that feels truly yours. Connect with Ronél: Thank you for listening! You can find more resources and inspiration here: Website: ronelpretorius.com Instagram: @ronelpretorius.coach Pinterest: @ronelpretoriuswellnesscoach LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ronel-pretorius Do you want weekly inspiration and tips right in your inbox? Click here to subscribe. DISCLAIMER: The conversations shared on this podcast are meant to inform, inspire, and support — not to diagnose, treat, or replace professional medical or mental health care. Always seek the guidance of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your health or well-being.
Unrushed: Less Stress, More Meaning is for the high-functioning woman who appears to have it all together but is quietly struggling with the sustainability of it all. If you're successful, capable, and maybe a little exhausted—if you find yourself sitting in your car before work, taking a breath to prepare for whatever the day will bring—this podcast is for you. Hosted by Women's Wellness Coach Ronél Pretorius, a former corporate HR professional who knows firsthand how stress and burnout can steal your joy and well-being. Each week, we have honest conversations about the real stuff: boundaries, chronic stress, and what it actually means to take care of yourself when everyone else is counting on you. It's about recognising you're just doing too much, too well, for too long. You deserve more than just getting through the day. You deserve a life that feels calm, intentional, and truly yours. New episodes weekly. You don't have to figure this out alone.
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