What if rest wasn’t something you had to earn? And what if planning didn’t need to feel like pressure?
In this beautiful, slow-paced conversation, I’m joined by the quietly bold Sarah Philp - psychologist, coach, and founder of Saorsa Psychology (Gaelic for freedom). Her work supports educators and leaders in making space for reflection, renewal, and a more seasonal way of living and working - yes, even within the rigid structures of the school year.
We talk about so much more than education here. This episode is an invitation to reconsider how you approach time, rest, leadership, and the rhythms of your work year especially if you’ve been caught in a cycle of “go-go-go” and can’t remember the last time you actually felt spacious.
Sarah also shares the story behind her stunning seasonal planner, Your Woven Year, designed especially for educators - but honestly? Anyone craving a slower, gentler approach to productivity will find so much wisdom in her words.
What it means to be quietly disruptive and how powerful that can be
Sarah’s take on leadership as an introvert
The intense, rigid rhythms of the school calendar and how that affects wellbeing
Why rest and renewal aren't just for holidays and how to make space for them during the workweek
The story and intention behind her seasonal planner, Your Woven Year
How connecting with nature can become a tool for time awareness, not just self-care
Why she chose the Gaelic word for freedom as her business name and what freedom means to her
What we can all learn from teachers when it comes to presence, burnout and the power of rhythm
Whether you're an educator or not, this episode is full of gentle truths and thought-provoking moments that might just change how you plan your year.
Sarah Philp’s website & planner: https://www.saorsapsychology.co.uk
Follow Sarah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saorsapsychology
The books she loves:
Time to Think by Nancy Kline
The Creative Act by Rick Rubin
The Yearly Almanac by Lia Leendertz
Nature’s Calendar (micro-seasons from Japanese tradition)
Work with Me: https://www.sarahstewart.co.uk/links
Self study course, Get More Time: https://www.sarahstewart.co.uk/get-more-time-course
Get my free Time Audit workbook: https://www.sarahstewart.co.uk/timeauditworkbook
Connect on Social: https://www.instagram.com/sarahstewart.co.uk and https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahstewartglasgow
About Sarah:
I'm your host, Sarah Stewart, Glasgow-based time management expert. My approach combines the wisdom of traditional time management strategies with the transformative power of mindfulness. My commitment is to help you get more time for the things that really matter.
If you are ready to ditch the hustle culture and overwhelm, and instead embrace peaceful productivity; you are in the right place.
