Life coaching tips for mastering work-life balance
What gets in our way when it comes to work-life balance? If you’re anything like me, you may face endless to-do lists, project piling up at work and home, making sure you get the kids to after-school activities and fed, and the never-ending list of chores to keep your house clean and livable. And while living with balance sounds enticing, how’s a girl ever going to get there? If that’s you — then keep reading as we uncover some life coaching tips to help us take that next baby step to living life with balance.
Understanding Work-Life Balance
While it may be tempting to streamline your work-life balance by cutting your time in half, that’s not always how life works. Work-Life balance is about finding a rhythm that allows for fulfillment in all the areas of your life. Your rhythms may be different from season to season and person to person. Living with balance means leaving margin for those things and people that are most important to you. Creating space takes intention and planning and understanding priorities.
The Science behind work-life balance
Research shows that maintaining a healthy work-life balance lead to these benefits…
Reduced stress and burnout
Improved physical and mental health
Increased job satisfaction and productivity
Better relationships and social connections
Enhanced overall life satisfaction
Life coaching tips for enhancing work-life balance
If you’re looking for some places to start incorporating balance, then you’re in the right place. Here’s some ways you can get started.
Set Clear Boundaries
Establishing and following predetermined boundaries can help you get started with living with balance. This will include setting and communicating clear limits on your work availability.
Prioritize Self-Care
Identify and make time for activities that recharge you. Find ways to spend time doing things that bring joy and refreshing. Ideas include reading, spending time in nature, exercise, and your favorite hobby.
Practice Time Blocking
This isn’t my favorite, but would be really helpful for those of us challenged by staying focused. It all comes down to planning specific time slots for specific activities including work, devotional time with God, family fun, and more. Get creative and try to stick with your planned time blocks as much as possible.
No is a complete sentence
Saying no can be challenging for any of us. But understanding and giving yourself permission to say no is important when seeking to live with balance and align your priorities. It’s okay to say no so that you can create space for what truly matters.
Living with balance takes intention and being mindful of the way we spend our time. The thing is…is that it’s not so easy. Being diligent in planning for and creating space can be difficult in certain season. The good news? We don’t have to do it alone! If you’re ready to set priorities and incorporate more balance into your life, then our next group coaching workshops is for you!
