Work and Life Balance
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Posted by Joni Rose Sep 5, 2007 |
Learning to Say No
It is tough sometimes but often the best practice is to say no more than yes at peak demand times in either your professional or personal life. Setting boundaries and clearly stating your intentions and priorities will help others understand what you are trying to accomplish and help you, not cause you more anxiety. Draw up a schedule that allows them to clearly understand when you are available and when you are busy and make sure the schedule allows for flex time and alone time for regrouping.
Cut Down on Extras
Yes, your volunteering is important to you, but when it comes down to having the time and energy to regroup, it may mean cutting back on extra curricular activities for awhile while in a crunch situation or to regain control after a period of overwhelm. The extras to look at reducing are: extra projects at work, volunteering, guest stays at your home, parties and other entertaining, elaborate cooking, hobbies that require extensive time and energy commitments and travel. This does not mean that these must be aborted permanently, only temporarily so that you can get your balance back. After all, some of these extra activities can bring great joy to your life and ultimately create more balance on a spiritual and emotional level.
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