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A Gentle New Year Audit: The Wheel of Life Tool for Therapists and your Clients

Resource - The Wheel of Life

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Sarah D Rees
Dec 30, 2025
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Picture this: It’s the end of a long December day. You’ve just wrapped your last session, your notes are done, and you finally sit down... only to feel that deep, bone-tired exhaustion that isn’t just physical. It’s the “I’ve been holding space for everyone else, and my own life feels like it’s quietly crumbling in the background” kind of tired.

Sound familiar?

As therapists in private practice, we’re masters at tuning in to others’ needs, yet we often ignore the quiet signals our own lives are sending. That’s why I am sharing this therapist-tailored Wheel of Life, a quick, visual reset that shows exactly where your energy is leaking and what deserves your attention first. No judgment, no overwhelm, just clarity and a gentle path forward.

Why this tool hits different for us therapists:

  • We spot everyone else’s imbalances in seconds... but our own? Often invisible until we’re running on empty.

  • We pour 80% of our energy into Business & Caseloads, then wonder why Self-care or Family & Friends feels flat.

  • This isn’t about “fixing” everything at once, it’s about choosing one smart spot to boost by even a single point, creating ripple effects across your whole life.

The result? More energy for sessions, stronger boundaries, and a practice that feels sustainable (not soul-crushing).

Ready to see your own reality in a new light?

🔒 Paid members:

scroll down for the printable Wheel of Life tool (perfect for your clients too!) plus a step-by-step guide with therapist-specific prompts and examples. Use it for yourself this week, then bring it into client sessions; it’s a game-changer for helping them visualise their own balance.

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