When Disconnecting Is Actually The Right Thing to Do

Last month, I had the joy of attending TEDxPortland as a guest in the audience—what an inspiring experience!

One talk in particular stayed with me: it was about Australia’s new Right to Disconnect law.

Yes, you read that right.

Australia passed a law that says employees are not obligated to respond to calls or emails after hours.

Can we pause for a moment and breathe that in?

In a world that celebrates hustle, this is a revolutionary pause. It’s a powerful message: You have the right to protect your peace.

As someone who teaches mental fitness and resilience, I couldn’t help but think—what if we didn’t wait for a law? What if we chose to honor our own boundaries? To lead not just by productivity but by presence?

Disconnecting doesn’t mean you don’t care. It means you care enough about your well-being to show up better when you’re back.

Let’s champion the joy of the pause, the power of saying “not right now,” and the strength it takes to rest.

Your mind deserves it. Your heart needs it. And your champion within? It thrives in the quiet too.

I am going to prioritize that! What about you?

Until next time,

Be Positive, Be Yourself, Be the Champion you want to see!

PS: I speak on resilience, communication, and how to cultivate intentional leadership that leaves others feeling seen and supported. Want to explore bringing this message to your team?

Cheering you on always,
Dorice Horenstein
Oy to Joy Champion Catalyst

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Dorice Horenstein

Dorice Horenstein helps organizations bring out the best in their people by creating a path to human flourishing under pressure. An international keynote speaker, Mental Fitness and Positive Intelligence® expert, and author of Choose to Be Your Own Champion and the best-selling Moments of the Heart, Dorice brings more than 30 years of leadership and education experience to her work with leaders and teams.

She equips people with the Champion Mindset and practical tools to think clearly, choose intentionally, and act confidently when it matters most.

With infectious energy, humor, and practical wisdom, Dorice transforms stress into clarity, disconnection into meaningful connection, and everyday challenges into opportunities for growth. Her unique approach connects brain and heart—combining neuroscience and mental fitness with decades of leadership experience and universal wisdom.

Dorice inspires people to rise to their Champion Level, strengthen relationships, and create workplaces where people and performance flourish together.