03/15/2018
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Juggling the tasks and demands of day to day life gets hard. Whether you work for a company that demands more than you can give or your wife is mad you keep talking about work at dinner, this post is for you.
Achieving work-life balance is something I struggled with for years. I became a master at it my senior year of college. For me, my main issue was time management. I struggled with saying "no" to people. Whether someone asked me to cover their shift at work, or someone in a group project slacking and asking for help, I was always there to take over. This became a huge problem in my life. I realized that I had no time for myself anymore and could not recharge. Work and school and lacrosse were the only things on my mind ever. I became very overwhelmed and started putting only sub-par effort into my life activities, school, and work.
I knew I needed to change the way my life was going. The first step I took was learning how to properly communicate. I started saying "no" to little requests first, then I moved on to larger requests. When you practice saying "no" it becomes more fluid and comfortable. Find out what is important and what is not. Organize your time in a list or on a calendar and don't take on more than you can handle. By keeping a planner you can list out what you need to do, by week and by day.
The next step I took was limiting my technology use. Technology and social media consume our lives and when you take a step back and appreciate what is in front of you, it really opens your eyes. Practice keeping your phone put away when you are at dinner or out to eat with friends. Engage in deep conversation and really pay attention. Your friends and family will appreciate this, and you will too.
The last step I took to finding a better work-life balance was finding time for myself. Whether it be taking a walk outside or reading a book. For me, I personally enjoy working out on my own. This helps me de-stress and feel overall much better. Find that alone time and reconnect with yourself. This is probably the most important step of all. If you don't allow yourself personal time, you are more likely to reach the burnt-out phase in your life.
Source: Ezinearticles.com.
© 2018 Amanda GoodrichThe views and opinions expressed in these articles do not necessarily reflect those of College Central Network, Inc. or its affiliates. Reference to any company, organization, product, or service does not constitute endorsement by College Central Network, Inc., its affiliates or associated companies. The information provided is not intended to replace the advice or guidance of your legal, financial, or medical professional.