From Burnout to Breakthrough: How 'Create Space' Offers a Blueprint for Resilience

How 'Create Space' Offers a Blueprint for Resilience

Burnout is more than just tiredness—it’s a loss of hope, energy, and meaning. In 'Create Space,' Derek Draper shows that the antidote isn’t found in endless hustle, but in intentional pauses. Leaders who build space into their routines—by blocking time for reflection, saying no to non-essentials, and investing in relationships—recover faster and achieve more. Draper’s case studies include executives who turned their lives around by adopting daily rituals, seeking feedback, and practicing self-compassion. The book’s message is clear: to speed up, you must first slow down.

Practical tips from the book include: setting clear boundaries, protecting 'white space' in your calendar, and regularly checking in with yourself and your team. Draper also highlights the role of psychological safety and authentic connection in building resilience—not just for individuals, but for entire organizations. By making space for what matters, you can move from burnout to breakthrough, finding renewed energy and purpose along the way.
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