Tuesday, October 12, 2021

Life Balance

On a webinar the other day, the speaker discussed life balance.  I hear a lot about work/life balance and it always sounds like it should be a daily thing, which we should all strive for.  I sometimes get very frustrated that I can't successfully balance work and life.  It seems like the impossible dream.

She presented it as more of an overall yearly process, or long-term process. 

For instance:
  • If you know you are going on vacation for a few weeks, you will have to work hard before and after, to enjoy the time off.  This balances out.
  • If you have some health issues or various doctor appointment, maybe you spend a little less time at work or with family.  Once the need for health-related time lessens, you can devote more time back to family and work.
  • If you need to be more involved in your spiritual growth, maybe you lessen your commitments to your friends.
This seemed so simple, I was stunned I hadn't really thought of it this way before.  

Now, when I look at my life balance as a larger picture, it feels much more balanced. I work a lot, but I also enjoy time with family and friends.  I take time for my health, which sometimes means taking time off work or being away from family on the weekend.   It really does balance out more than I realize.

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3 comments:

  1. Sue your blog really resonates! Thank you for sharing these important words of wisdom, especially during these challenging times!!

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  2. Thank you for these kind words. I am glad that you liked the blog post.

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