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The Truth About Work-Life Balance: Common Misconceptions and How to Overcome Them
In today's fast-paced world, achieving work-life balance often feels like an elusive goal. Many of us grapple with the constant tug-of-war between professional demands and personal fulfillment. However, the path to true harmony may be clouded by common misconceptions. In "Rethinking Work-Life Balance: 8 Myths and 3 Practical Steps," we explore the myths that often lead us astray and provide actionable steps to integrate work and life more effectively. By understanding these myths and implementing simple yet meaningful changes, you can move towards a more balanced, fulfilling life. Discover how personalized approaches, clear boundaries, and quality time can transform your daily routine into one that supports your overall well-being.
Mastering Work: Moving from Reactive to Proactive for a Productive and Fulfilled Workweek
With remote work, you attend an average of 11 to 15 meetings each week, which is equivalent to a third or more of your workweek. It's no surprise that most people feel reactive in their work. The constant stream of meetings, emails, and demands can make you feel like you're barely in control of your workweek.
However, it doesn't have to be that way. There is a game-changing strategy that can help you shift from chaotic reactivity to a more balanced approach with proactive, productive, and fulfilling work.
The Power of the Work Break: What Might Surprise You
Feeling burned out by back-to-back Zoom calls, endless to-do lists, and the constant ping of emails? You’re not alone—and the answer isn’t pushing through. It’s pausing, with purpose.
In this post, we explore why taking breaks at work isn’t just a luxury—it’s essential for long-term performance, mental clarity, and sustainable energy. But not all breaks are created equal.
You'll learn:
Why how and when you take a break matters
The science behind restorative pauses
Common break-time mistakes that leave you feeling worse, not better
How to design both your daily and vacation breaks with intention
Whether you’re a chronic over-doer or someone who zones out on social media between meetings, this guide will help you rethink the way you rest—so you can return to your day feeling refreshed, focused, and in control.
Nurturing Personal Sustainability: Balancing Your Well-being While Saving the Planet
Are you dedicated to the environmental or sustainability sector, working tirelessly to solve the planet's most pressing issues? As you race to save the Earth, do you find it challenging to maintain your personal well-being and sustainability? Many in this sector are so committed to the global good that they neglect their own balance and happiness.
From Scattered to Collected: 3 Steps to an Intentional Work Week
There is absolutely nothing like starting your work day feeling like you are about to be sucked into the vortex. Instead of YOU being in control, you succumb to the roller coaster of meetings and demands that are on your schedule. Before you know it, the week is over and you aren’t quite sure you got done anything you really intended.
It’s time for managers to focus on well-being – not just burnout.
Last year dealt a devastating blow to well-being. By December 2020, Americans who were considered their life to be ‘thriving’ hit a 12 year low. Americans rated their well-being at their lowest levels since the Great Recession of 2008.
How We Fail To Create New Habits — and What Works Better
When we begin to think about make positive changes, a little dialogue in our head emerges that might sound like this:
“If I am truly going to change then I need to finally be more determined and truly make the changes that are needed – big changes – or else it will never happen. And frankly, I’m not going to even try unless I can do it right. Once I finally make the big changes that are needed, I will finally see the change I hope for.”
Make the Holidays Work for You: Your 16-Tip Guide to Beat the Stress, Relax, and Recharge
A guide to help you through this time of year so you can arrive to January feeling rested, de-stressed, and happy with your holiday celebration. Even if you get swept up into the holiday plans, there are plenty things you can do to design your holiday to work for you.
Create Your Own Brilliant Morning Routine – Grab Your FREE Workbook Here!
Always wondered if it would be possible to create a satisfying morning routine that helped you create great days? Answer: YES. The way you start your day can have a profound impact on your entire day. In fact, your morning routine can affect your entire life. I have seen the results in my own life, and you can do the same.
End Overwhelm and Stress at Work: Mindfulness Practices that Take Less than 5 Minutes
How often do you face a tsunami of information at work? Nearly every day I bet. You open your email to dozens of requests that take you away from your core work. These emails flow in all day long – ping, ping, ping – asking for your time. As your work piles up, you become more and more anxious. You try to multitask but you are still overwhelmed. Your brain isn’t focused at all.
Before you know it, it is the end of the work day. You’ve accomplished little on your to-do list and feel drained and depleted.