Hello Super Moms! Are you juggling a dozen balls and looking for how to balance work and family life? Some days, you’ll feel like you’re walking on a tightrope and be ready for another spin on the hamster wheel.
Finding that sweet combination of awesome mom and rocking your career is a never-ending struggle.
Well, fear not—we’re diving into how to balance work and family life, where sanity meets superhero!
How to balance work and family life is not about this equals this, but rather: how can I focus on the things that really matter and be awesome at rocking my time management skills to keep my life spacious and full of fun? Sanity and Super Powers, rocking work and family life.
Let's talk priorities!
So, you have a long list of to-dos, you are overwhelmed, but wait, take a deep breath, let’s talk about what’s important.
What are the things that you must do? The things that make your kid smile and want to hug you.
How about the things that make your heart sing?
Consider what is important to you as a mom and a career woman.
Okay, ladies, it’s time to put our multitasking skills to the test!
Time Management Magic
So, now that you have your list of priorities, let’s talk about how to rock your time management skills. Time blocking, prioritizing and delegating are your time management magic. What’s getting blocked into your time buckets with your work, life and you ? What are the times when each of these time buckets are at their peak and where you can maximize how your time is being used. Always remember to delegate the superhero tasks to those who can fly on occasion, because you can’t do it all!
Self-Care Practices
Repeat after me: self-care is not selfish! It’s survival. Let’s make it a non-negotiable.
So, are your ready for your self-care? Whether it’s a hot and steamy bubble bath, a solo dance party, or just breathing through a tough day, you can find time for yourself.
You can’t pour from an empty cup!
Communication Skills
So, time to flex those communication muscles! Open communication with your partner, employer, and kids to ask about what you need. Whether it’s help at home or some flexibility at work, you can ask for what you need. Teamwork makes the dream work, right?
Life is full of surprises, right?
So, let’s talk about flexibility and adapting to change. Your life is not in a box, nor are your time management tools. They are ready, willing and able to rock any curve ball thrown at them. It’s about making life works for you.
Rolling with the Punches: Embracing flexibility means being ready to switch gears at a moment’s notice. Whether rearranging your schedule or adjusting your priorities, flexibility helps you stay cool, calm, and collected in the face of life’s curveballs.
Adapting to Change: Since each day can’t look like the other, have an open mind about what is going to change, whether it is your schedule or your commitments.
After all, life is a roller coaster and sometimes the curves best experienced.
Finding your Balance
Work life balance is not a one-size-fits-all. It’s about finding what works and the best way for you. So be open to trying things, messing things up and trying again. After all, it’s all part of the adventure!
Tech as a Tool: Technology is everywhere we look. Whether it’s calendar apps, word processing or project-management software, it can help make your life easier in many ways, but it can also be a double-sided sword when it comes to work-life balance.
Just remember, it’s there to serve you, not the other way around!
Setting Boundaries:You have your phone in your hand, your laptop by your desk, you can email, text, google on demand, but this makes work easier to get into your personal time. That’s why setting boundaries around technology use is so important. Set specific times for checking emails and resist the urge to be plugged in constantly.
Beating Distractions: We all get distracted, but when it comes to work and family time, it’s easy to get sucked in and to miss out on the important time with your loved ones. Remember to stay in the moment and make time for the people that matter the most.
Bye-Bye Parental Guilt: Parental guilt is real and we talk about that guilt when we think we aren’t spending enough time with our kids or not being totally present when we are with them. That’s ok, and you are doing the best you can, so pat yourself on the back.
Dealing with Work Stress: Work stress is a real sucker punch at your work-life balance. But there are ways to beat it, whether it’s meditation, hitting the gym, talking to a friend, you can beat the stress and be ready for anything.
Lean on Your Support System: When the going gets tough, don’t be afraid to lean on your support system. Whether you have a shoulder to cry on or an ear to listen, sometimes you need someone to talk to, and it’s ok.
And if you need extra help, don’t hesitate to contact a professional.
Work-life balance is not a destination; it’s a journey to find what works best for you and how to make things work.
So, embrace flexibility, set your boundaries, and pat yourself on the back.
After all, life is way too short to sweat the small stuff!
