Kirti, gets real about the struggle to find balance in the busiest month of the year. She shares personal stories, draws inspiration from a Monocle article on slow travel, and delves into the importance of hitting the brakes in the midst of chaos. Kirti opens up about her own experience with burnout, the pitfalls of societal pressures, and the unique challenges women face in their thirties and forties. She also dishes out some valuable insights on genuine self-development, mindful communication, and combatting emotional numbness. So grab a cup of tea, kick back, and tune in as Kirti offers up some sage advice for navigating the wild ride of December. She's all about embracing a slower, more mindful approach to end the year on a peaceful note. 00:00 December: Rush and reflection, a dichotomy. 05:05 Embracing thoughts, addressing stress, and self-improvement. 07:34 Being insincere at work leads to burnout. 10:40 Values, purpose, principles guide understanding and decisions. 14:55 Listening without bias fosters understanding and empathy. 17:43 Authentic communication, career-family balance, women burning out. 20:54 Strategically slow down for greater well-being.   How do you personally relate to the concept of the "December rush"?