Finding a balance
Finding a balance is not the easiest and besides being a wife, a mother, the pick-up person, a daughter, a confidant women are often always on the bustle and even doing a side hustle thus making it’s hard to stay focus and find a balance. It is true that sometimes you will be thrown a curve ball and be handed lime but with a made up mind you will be able to hold it together and be your best self. Here are a few pointers when trying to find balance. 1.Set manageable goals
each day. Being able to meet priorities helps us feel a sense of accomplishment and control. So be realistic about workloads and deadlines. Make a to-do list and take care of important tasks first and eliminate unessential ones. Remember to always ask for help when necessary. 2. Be efficient with your
time at work. When we procrastinate, the task often grows in our minds until it seems insurmountable. So when you face a big project at work or home, start by dividing it into smaller tasks. Complete the first one before moving on to the next. Give yourself small rewards upon each completion, whether it’s a five-minute break or a walk to the coffee shop. If you feel overwhelmed by routines that seem unnecessary, tell your boss. The less time you spend procrastinating, the more time you can spend productively, with friends or family.
3. Take five. Taking a break at work isn’t only acceptable, it is highly encouraged. Small breaks at work or on any project will help clear your head, and improve your ability to deal with stress and make good decisions when you jump back into the grind.
4. Give yourself a break. Allow yourself to be human and just do the best you can. No one is perfect!
5. Don’t overcommit. Do you feel stressed when you just glance at your calendar? Overscheduled with activities, learn to say, “No.” Shed the superwoman urge!
6. Get support. Chatting with friends and family can be critical to your success at home or work and can even improve your health.
7. Stay active. Aside from its wellknown physical benefits, regular exercise reduces stress, depression and anxiety, and enables people to cope better with adversity. Schedule time for the gym or to take a walk during lunch and have some fun!
8. 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.
“A strong woman is one who feels deeply and loves fiercely. Her tears flow as abundantly as her laughter. A strong woman is both soft and powerful, she is both practical and spiritual. A strong woman in her essence is a gift to the world.”