On the surface, it looks like just a fun hobby. A way to take time for himself, to make something delicious and then perhaps to share.

But what surprised us is how deep and rich the lesson of simply learning this new skill had on burnout recovery. It wasn't just a leisure activity; it was a re-engagement with life itself.

How do you step back?If you're like many entrepreneurs I know—especially women—you’re deeply committed to the hustle. Your days are packed with work, relationships, and responsibilities, and stepping back can feel impossible.

You don’t have to have it all figured out. I live cyclically, so towards the end of each cycle I take a big question that comes up for me and live into it for about a week or so.