Juggling life, ups and downs, managing anger and anxiety, upsets, stress… we all deal with these kinds of work/life balance concerns.
If I compare our life to that of a dancer, finding balance would mean distributing my weight correctly, so that I could move. In order to bend, stretch, turn and twirl, I would need to establish the right relationship between different parts of my body, with the floor, and with the overall space within which I dance. Finding balance on one leg requires good core strength and avoiding the physical habits that take me out of balance such as leaning too far forward or too far back. It simply must be done correctly, or my dance will fail.
The same is true for so many people; their pursuit of a healthy work/life balance seems like an impossible goal. With so many of us torn between juggling heavy workloads, managing relationships and family responsibilities, and squeezing in outside interests, it’s no surprise that so many Americans describe themselves as “super stressed.” And that’s not leading a balanced life and in the long run very unhealthy.
To achieve balance when nothing feels in balance requires radical honesty. It requires discovering or remembering what you value and what makes you happy. It requires asking yourself some honest and tough questions.
How are you really doing and what gives you a sense of emotional and physical balance?
Achieving balance requires the courage to modify, change, transform or maybe even abandon what once worked, but may no longer be working for you now. It requires creating a vision of your ideal life, accepting it will take work, and being willing to persevere through discomfort and setbacks. Whether you need to make small adjustments, or major ones, know that working with a life coach can be very beneficial for you.
Before things get worse, take a good look at where you are. Nothing is more important than to treat your body right. Being in good shape physically increases your tolerance to stress and reduces sick days. Eat right, exercise and get adequate rest. Don’t rely on drugs, alcohol or cigarettes to cope with stress; they’ll only lead to more problems.
Get help if you need it. Don’t let stress stand in the way of your health and happiness.
If you are persistently overwhelmed, it may be time to seek help from a mental health professional. Asking for help is not a sign of weakness—taking care of yourself is a sign of strength. Don’t go it alone.
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