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Episode Summary:

In this episode of Brand Building: Living the Whole Picture, Jama Pantel speaks directly to those of us who’ve lost momentum—and aren’t sure how to get it back.

Whether you’ve stepped away because of burnout, personal challenges, or just life piling up, this conversation is your reminder that you’re not behind. You’re human. And you don’t have to start over—you just need to start again.

From personal stories of caregiving, illness, and even being told by ChatGPT to “slow down,” Jama shares what it reallymeans to rest, reset, and re-enter your brand-building journey without shame or pressure.

Timestamps:

00:00 – The moment life hits and momentum fades
00:32 – Permission to pause: why you don’t need to quit
01:10 – Personal story: health scares, stress, and shingles
01:45 – Rebuilding slowly and messily (and why that’s okay)
02:00 – Redefining rest: what it looks like for different people
02:58 – Practical ways to restart without burnout
03:20 – You’re not behind—you’re building something real
03:48 – A welcome-back message for anyone who needs it

Key Takeaways:

• Losing momentum doesn’t mean you’ve failed. It means you need to breathe—and maybe reset.
• Rest looks different for everyone. It’s not always stillness. For Jama, it’s running, traveling, and staying consistent with the things that ground her.
• Your comeback doesn’t have to be big or loud. One honest post or conversation is enough to get started.
• The people meant for you won’t leave. Visibility isn’t about being "on" all the time. It’s about showing up when it matters—with purpose.
• You’re still the right person for your mission. Even if you needed a break.

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Call to Action:

If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to come back—this is it.
You don’t need to be perfect. You just need to be present.

Take a deep breath. Reach out to someone who gets it. And remember:
You’re allowed to rest. You’re allowed to return. And you are not behind.

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