As the year draws to a close, many people find themselves counting down not just to the holidays, but to a much-needed pause. The final weeks of the year are often described as a time for reflection and renewal, yet for many employees, “time off” simply becomes “different kinds of busy.” Family obligations, social events, and the mental load of wrapping up the year can leave people returning to work in January more drained than before. For leaders, this presents both a risk and an...