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Hello! I'm Meico. I'm a recovering workaholic who helps changemakers improve their well-being and increase their well-doing.

NEW Book: How to Thrive When Work Doesn’t Love You Back

Published 5 months ago • 3 min read

Hey Reader!

I’ve been waiting soooo looong to write this email to you!

My new book, How to Thrive When Work Doesn’t Love You Back: A Practical Guide for Taking Care of Yourself While Changing The World (foreword by Beth Kanter), is available for sale TODAY!

This book is a succinct, practical, and action-based guide for changemakers seeking to improve their well-being while sustainably increasing their well-doing in today’s changing world.

I wrote it after experiencing more than my fair share of burnout and overwhelm in the name of saving the world.

During my career in the government and nonprofit sectors, I witnessed countless friends and colleagues have similar experiences. This made me wonder who would ever be around long enough to do the work if everyone was burned out.

Like me, I know you’re committed to making a positive difference in the world.

But you struggle with finding balance.

From the moment you wake up, you’re bombarded with distractions—emails, texts, social media notifications, and back-to-back meetings.

You repeat this cycle of non-stop busyness and end up in a familiar place: burned out, overwhelmed, and juggling too many things at one time all in the name of trying to make the world a better place.

This frustration was the genesis of my vision to create a culture of well-being for mission-driven nonprofit, philanthropic, government, and business leaders who are changing the world.

Now imagine this . . .

You have clear priorities aligned with your WHY.

You use your priorities to set clear boundaries.

You have a clear plan and support system in place to help you stay on track and get back on track when needed.

You understand how to prioritize your well-being and ground yourself in what seems like a groundless world.

Because the truth is if you really want to make a difference, you must start by taking time for yourself right now because you can’t “change the world” if you’re not around long enough to make that happen.

This book will help you do just that.

I know you need practical strategies and resources to help you create sustained balance in your life and work so you can lower your stress level and focus on getting the important things done—right now.

This book isn’t about theoretical concepts. It’s about what to do and how to do it.

I share what I’ve found to be the most impactful strategies from my personal practice and my experience helping changemakers around the world just like you to create lasting balance in their lives.

These are the same strategies I teach teams and organizations through my live trainings, self-paced courses, coaching programs, and tools like The Intention Planner.

Here’s what others are saying about the book:

"Meico takes a practical and heart-centered approach to the deeply rooted beliefs and norms that perpetuate self-sacrifice and burnout. Embrace the practical wisdom within these pages and reclaim your power to prioritize your own well­ being without compromising your dedication to your cause."
-BETH KANTER, AUTHOR OF THE HAPPY, HEALTHY NONPROFIT
"From actionable checklists of strategies and tactics to real-world examples and powerful stories, this is an actionable guide for taking better care of yourself while making an impact. This is a must-read for those working in changemaker roles and organizations!"
-JASON SHIM, NONPROFIT TECHNOLOGIST
"Through practical tools and strategies, Meico gives Changemakers a pathway to greater balance and self-efficacy, all served up with kindness and grace."
-DEB HALLIDAY, TRANSFORMATIONAL FACILITATOR

When you order your copy today, you’ll get access to a library of resources, templates, and downloads that include:

  • Book Playlist
  • Changemaker Well-Being Assessment
  • How to Plan Your Day & Week Template
  • A.C.E. Your Mindset Meditation
  • A.C.E. Your Mindset Worksheet
  • Accountability Permission Slip
  • Individual Changemaker Action Plan Template
  • Team Action Plan Template
  • Directory of Mindful Productivity Apps and Recommendations

My hope is that this book supports you and your team on your journey to creating greater impact while taking better care of yourself!

Wishing you all the best and more,

Meico

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