Dear Elevate Community,
90% of nonprofit leaders say they are overwhelmingly concerned about burnout. This shows a hard truth: we can no longer afford to separate wellbeing from work.
That said, we know prioritizing your own wellbeing can be easier said than done. So, this month, we’re sharing some unexpected, practical tips to help you and your team take care of your mind, body and soul.
- Bust a move: 2025 Elevate Prize winner Michèle Traoré brings music and movement into the Kabakoo office in Mali to boost energy and joy. Watch Michèle break it down!
- Honor your rituals: Elevate Prize Foundation CEO, Carolina García Jayaram, swears by the power of daily rituals like yoga and meditation to stay grounded and maintain her inner peace. Read more about Carolina’s daily rituals.
- Stop doomscrolling and step into the sun: When you catch yourself stuck in the endless scroll (or rereading that stressful work email), pause and get outside! Just 5-15 minutes of sunshine a couple of times a day can lift your mood and help you feel more energized and less stressed.
- Try mindfulness: Neuroscientist Dr. Amishi Jha found that mindfulness isn’t just calming—it’s the only tool scientifically shown to protect and strengthen your attention under stress. Watch Dr. Jha break down the science at our Make Good Famous Summit!
- Connect with others: Make time for the people who support and understand you. Being in community with friends, family, or colleagues can help ease stress and remind you that you are not alone.
- And always…remember to give yourself grace: David Flink, another of our 2025 Elevate Prize winners, reminds us how important it is to show ourselves compassion—especially in challenging moments. Learn more about David’s approach.
At Elevate, we believe leaders are most effective when they’re rested and able to bring their whole selves into the work. That’s why we’re off this week in what we call Wellbeing Week. If we want to transform the world, we must begin by transforming ourselves.
We hope that you find a moment this month (and every month) to pause, breathe, and maybe dance a little—because even small moments of care can make a big difference!
With gratitude,
The Elevate Team
About the Elevate Prize Foundation
Founded by Joseph Deitch, the Elevate Prize Foundation empowers changemakers and social entrepreneurs with the visibility, funding, and support they need to Make Good Famous. Learn more at elevateprize.org.
