The Biggest Problem For Space Holders In 2025: How To Avoid Burnout And Upgrade The Way You Lead & Hold Space
Let’s talk about our capacity as space holders.
Because towards the end of last year I had so many conversations with depleted, close to burnt out, space holders who were very ready for a break but who also had big goals of expansion in 2025.
And if you’re calling in more of what you desire this year – whether it’s more clients, abundance, or opportunities – then it’s time to focus on expanding your capacity to hold more.
This isn’t about doing more. It’s about leading with intention, upgrading your energy, and stepping into your next-level identity as a space holder.
Why you need to expand your capacity in 2025
If you closed out 2024 feeling depleted, but you’re determined to achieve big things in 2025, it’s not just about simplifying your to-do list or setting better boundaries (though those are helpful!).
It’s about addressing the energetics of expansion.
As a space holder, your ability to create the life and business you desire starts with your energy. The more aligned and grounded you are, the more you can hold—for your clients, your goals, and yourself.
Expanding your capacity begins with shifting your identity. Who do you need to become to hold the energy of the life you’re building?
Step 1: Embrace Your Identity as a Leader
First you must claim the identity of the person who can hold the vision you’re manifesting.
Think about the version of you who:
Leads a thriving mastermind or retreat.
Confidently speaks on stages.
Creates transformational experiences for clients.
Often, what holds us back is the belief that “it’s not for me” or “I’m not ready.” But you are a sovereign being with divine power to lead.
Start asking yourself:
What do I truly want?
Who is the version of me that can hold it?
Am I willing to step into that identity now?
Owning your identity is the foundation for expanding your capacity.
Step 2: Ground Yourself in Your Values
To hold more energy, you need strong roots.
Imagine you’re a tree: If you want to sprout more branches and for those branches to be lush and full with beautiful leaves, flowers and delicious fruit – you first need a big solid trunk and a strong root system. And then, your job is to continue to tend to your trunk and your roots.
So what does that actually look like?
Here’s how to stay grounded:
Knowing what your values are and actually prioritising them
Start each day with intention – ask yourself: How do I want to show up today?
Integrate grounding practices into your daily routine, like:
Getting outside in the sunshine, feet on the earth, imagining roots growing from your feet down deep into the earth, recharging your energy.
Closing your eyes, placing your hand on your heart and taking 5 deep belly breaths.
Going for a walk, in nature, consciously connecting in.
It doesn’t have to be hard, you just have to do it.
Because when you prioritise what truly matters, you create a strong foundation to hold more.
Step 3: Energetically Clear Your Space
As a space holder, you’re holding space for other people’s stuff all the time and you can’t hold on to it. You need to let it go and hand it back.
Regularly clearing your energetic field is essential to prevent burnout.
Some simple practices to clear your energy include:
Cleansing showers: Imagine the water washing away all residual energy that isn’t yours.
Cutting energetic cords: Visualise releasing attachments and affirm, “I now release all energy and responsibility that are not mine. I send it back to the original source with love”
Releasing to Mama Earth: Place your hands on the ground and release residual energy into the earth, and then wave your hands in front and behind your body to sever all ties.
By letting go of what isn’t yours to hold, you create space to expand your own capacity.
Step 4: Embody Expansion
Finally, it’s time to consciously expand your capacity.
Here’s a simple practice to try:
Close your eyes and take a big deep breath
Place your hands on your heart or belly
Visualise the energy of your desires (like a bubble) – the clients, opportunities, abundance – flowing into your space
Imagine your energy field expanding to hold it all with ease
Practicing this regularly allows you to energetically align with the life and business you’re creating.
You’re now ready to expand your capacity
Expanding your capacity isn’t about pushing harder or doing more.
It’s about stepping into your identity as a sovereign, grounded leader and energetically holding space for the life you desire.
This is the work. This is how you create sustainable growth in your life and business.
So as you step into 2025, ask yourself:
Who do I need to become to hold my vision?
Am I willing to claim that identity today?
The life and business you’re calling in are waiting for you to rise and expand into the leader you’re meant to be.