In this episode, I sit down with Georgia Freshwater-Blizzard to talk about the power of taking breaks and using rest as a creative strategy. Georgia opens up about her personal journey of hitting burnout while juggling too many responsibilities, and shares the emotional and professional challenges of stepping away. She discusses how intentional breaks can actually fuel creativity, the importance of building support systems, why asking for help isn't a weakness, and how returning with fresh energy transformed her work. Georgia's "energy first" approach offers a refreshing perspective for ambitious professionals looking to build sustainable and fulfilling careers without sacrificing wellbeing.

• 02:15 The Importance of Taking Breaks
• 06:54 Lessons Learned from Taking a Break
• 15:52 Navigating Financial Concerns During a Break
• 27:35 Returning to Work After a Break
• 36:53 Current Work Philosophy and Future Outlook
• 39:48 Conclusion and Contact Information

Georgia Freshwater-Blizzard, the founder of Making A Fuss—a strategic marketing studio rooted in joyful curiosity, community-first thinking, and slow, sustainable growth. With a background in textile design and a Master’s in marketing, they’re known for blending creative intuition with critical thinking. Through Making A Fuss, they help small teams and solo founders turn their big feelings and bright ideas into impactful strategy—especially those navigating neurodivergence, chronic illness, or nontraditional paths.

Connect With Georgia

Instagram l Linkedin l Website

Join my weekly email series here for more!