Could you please share what work-life balance mean to you?
Joy kalu
37 replies
Is it about setting boundaries or making time for hobbies?
Replies
Tiger L@tigerl
AI Phone
For me, it's like managing the demands of both professional and personal life in a way that promotes well-being and satisfaction in both areas.
Share
Seamailer
Being able to spend time with my family while efficiently managing my work and task.
Scade.pro
Balance and proper allocation of time for yourself (sleep, sports, hobbies), family (together and individually), work and household chores.
I'll be honest - I don't always manage to achieve balance, but I still try.
Elon Jump
Occasionally having 6 hours of sleep, and two 15-minute meals during a day
Seamailer
Elon Jump
@joy_kalu1 I don’t actually
NodeLand
For me it means having good times with my wife and daughter even on weekdays
Seamailer
For me setting boundaries to prevent burnout.
Seamailer
@monty_parin Absolutely!
@monty_parin I do the same to avoid burnout.
For me, work-life balance is about setting boundaries and prioritizing what matters most outside of work. That means dedicating quality time to my family, staying active with hobbies and exercise, and making sure to unplug and recharge on weekends. It's not always easy, but I find that consciously focusing on balance helps me stay energized and avoid burnout in the long run.
Seamailer
@michaelgreen That's lovely...
To me, work-life balance is about having time to pick up some fun, random stuff while still getting my important work done.
Work-life balance to me means having the freedom to manage my time in a way that lets me excel at work while still making space for personal moments that matter. It’s about setting boundaries, prioritizing self-care, and not feeling guilty for taking time to recharge.
For me, work-life balance is about setting clear boundaries between work and personal time. I make sure to unplug from work in the evenings and on weekends to focus on my family, hobbies, and self-care. Things like not checking work emails outside work hours, using my vacation days, and having a consistent end time to my work day. It's not always perfect, but being intentional about protecting my personal time has made a big difference in reducing stress and avoiding burnout. It takes discipline but it's so worth it for better overall quality of life.
Seamailer
@elijahscottfitzgerald Absolutely! It’s remarkable how discipline can result in significant enhancements. Thanks a bunch 💞
To me, work-life balance is about setting boundaries so I can enjoy time with family and friends, while still being productive at work
Seamailer
@yiraika_bacchi interesting 🥰
When I do not have to worry about work while being with my family.
personally, it involves creating a balance between work and life and having enough time for family that doesnt involve work
Seamailer
@kareem_azeez_bola Alright
whatever you do ensure you create personal time for yourself. Cause you need Life to be able to work
Seamailer
@miyene_tom on point✌️
Answer this simple question: Do you work to live or do you live to work?
Can you have a life outside of work without being stressed out?
Can you spend enough time with your partner and kids so they don't feel left out?
Do you have time to acquire new skills and knowledge not related to your work?
If yes, work and life are in balance. Otherwise not.
Seamailer
@mogthesify Wow!
It is about making time for family and hobbies for me.
Seamailer
to me,work life balance means being able to switch off from work nd fully engage in my personl life, minting my well being and happiness to me
I find work-life balance is less about rigid boundaries and more about being flexible. Some days, work takes over, but I make sure to carve out time for myself, even if it’s just a short walk or a quick hobby session.
To me, work-life balance is ensuring that work doesn’t take over my entire life. It’s about making time for exercise, social activities, and simply unwinding, so I don’t burn out and can come back to work refreshed.
Seamailer
@michaeltho_mas Wow! Nice one!✌️ Really love your perspective.
it's about multitasking.
Seamailer
@faith_christopher Hmmmmm...I appreciate your thoughts though! But for me, work-life balance is more about prioritizing and managing time wisely than simply juggling multiple tasks. Don't you think it’s essential to make space for both work and personal life to reduce stress?
@joy_kalu1 Work-life balance refers to the equilibrium between professional responsibilities and personal life, aiming to reduce stress and enhance well-being. When multitasking is mentioned in the context of work-life balance, it highlights the struggle many individuals face in managing multiple roles—such as being an employee, parent, and partner—simultaneously.
Multitasking often leads to a false sense of productivity, as it can reduce overall efficiency and increase stress levels.
Research indicates that multitasking does not enhance performance; rather, it can lead to mental exhaustion and decreased quality of work. Individuals frequently switch between tasks, which can diminish focus and create a feeling of being perpetually "on," impacting personal relationships and leisure time negatively.
To achieve a healthier work-life balance, experts recommend practicing "sequential mono-tasking," where individuals focus on one task at a time, thereby improving productivity and reducing stress.
This approach allows for deeper engagement in both work and personal life, fostering a more fulfilling overall experience.
Seamailer
@faith_christopher interesting!