To achieve balance in life can be a difficult thing, but it can best be achieved, when you're doing more, than just one thing. If you are like so many people today and find yourself juggling work commitments and family life, you may very well be working at the expense of the very thing, that used to be your priority. We all know how difficult it is to find the perfect mix between work and personal life, but what if we were able to cheat the system and enjoy the best of both worlds?
If you're finding it hard to find the perfect balance in life, you are not alone. In fact, most people are struggling to find that balance, because there are so many things to consider, when it comes to ensuring you're living the best life possible. The pursuit of balance is always a work in progress. It’s a journey towards a state of peace and fulfillment with both your career and personal life. But it’s not always easy. However, I believe we can always find a way to create balance in our lives. These 5 things might just lead to your ideal state of balance.
Spend More Time With Friends And Family
One of the things, that often get lost in the daily grind is the importance of spending time with the people that you love. There are many different ways, that you can spend time with those that you love, but it usually doesn't consist of spending all of your free time working or at a dead end job.
Those of us, who have ever made the decision to get a part-time job will tell you that we do it for the money, but the money only ever keeps us going for a little bit. I have yet to hear of anyone, who has ever actually been able to save enough money to retire early. That doesn't mean, that you can't make a career out of what you love doing or that you can't find someone, who will pay you for your knowledge. It just means, that you may have to be a bit creative in your approach to spending your free time.
The important thing is to make sure that you are spending time with people, who matter to you and who are important to your well being. It's not healthy to spend all of your time working and burying yourself in a cube farm from the looks of it. Get out among the people and let them see you for who you are.
Do Something That You've Always Wanted To Do
Not everyone can indulge in a little bit of every thing. For some, it's the complete opposite. Some people have such a desire to achieve their goals, that they will do whatever it takes to make them happen. That doesn't necessarily mean, that the goals are moral or good, but they still contribute to their own personal growth.
Other people's goals are so far outside of what you would consider normal, that they border on the ridiculous. They are not only unattainable, but they are also a source of great ridicule and anger to those around you. It may very well be, that these people are destined not to have their dreams come true. However, it is also possible, that they simply need a little push in the right direction. Maybe they just need to hear someone speak from time to time with a realistic expectation, that they will succeed.
Whatever it is that you have always wanted to do, you should probably give serious consideration to doing it now. The window of opportunity may be closing on its own accord, but you can still choose to make it happen. The only thing that you're probably not taking into consideration is the fact, that you may not be successful. This is something, that you're going to have to live with, if you choose to pursue this course.
Be More Creative
Your day will come, when you have the freedom to be as creative as you'd like. In the meantime, you can still utilize your natural talents in a way, that will better serve you in the long run, if you are willing to work at it. There are many ways, that you can do this. For example, you can always try to find a way to make your job less hectic and more fun.
You can also look for more flexible hours or maybe even a part-time position, if that is something that interests you. All of these things will require some research on your part, but once you have found something that piques your interest, you will have greater leverage, when it comes to getting the employer to give you what you want.
If you are feeling particularly clever, you could always pitch an idea to your boss about how to streamline the workflow process or something along those lines. But the key thing to keep in mind is that you are in control of the situation. Not the other way around.
Be More Social And Get Out Among The People
You may think, that the world revolves around you and your own sense of entitlement, but it really doesn't. You have a responsibility to society at large to live your life in a way, that contributes to its well being. You can do this by interacting with people as you normally would and being more conscientious about doing so.
You can also try to make a conscious effort to not be so quick to judge people or situations, that you find yourself in. Try to look at everything from a different point of view. For instance, you might try to see if there are any situations or people that are worse off, than they seem.
The only way that you are going to be able to truly change your life for the better is to get out of it. You cannot expect others to want to change unless you are first willing to do so yourself. If you truly wish for things to be different, you need to show that you are different. These are not easy things to do, but they are worth the effort if you think about it.
Work Hard, But Don't Over Emphasize It
As they say, a work hard, play hard life will never be boring. But you should also remember that work hard, play hard doesn't always have to mean going out all the time. Sometimes moderation is the better part of valor. Why should work be any more the end all be all of your existence, than it already is?
It isn't a crime to take a break every now and then to refresh your body and your mind. It isn't a crime to just go outside and play with the kids or read a book or go for a walk. Your body will not be at its peak at all times, so don't you think, that you can work you're entire life and expect to be successful?
The fact is, your body only cares about what you allow it to care about. You can overwork your body and you will eventually pay for it. Overindulge and you will eventually pay for that as well. It's all a matter of moderation.
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yep...it may be hard to find that balance but there are ways if we really want it.