How to Balance Work and Life

How to Balance Work and Life

Lately I have been thinking a lot about how to balance work and personal life. I am really passioned about my business and blogging but it can be time consuming. I can spend all day working on my client portfolio non-stop or looking at beautiful pictures and reading style books . Sometime I feel that I don't give much time to my family and loved ones. And it drives me crazy, I feel guilty!

So recently I found a wonderful article on How to stay sane while working from home. I would like to share what I'have learned from there.

Create your work space

Dont just sit at the couch with your laptop and TV infront of you {thats what I used to do}. It can be very distractive and uncomfortable. Set a separate space, preferably room where you can place all your equipment and do not be distracted by other noises or motions. Plus when you done with your work, you can just simply leave your office and do family stuff. Because it's impossible to stop thinking about the office if work is literally lying on the coffee table.

Appointments Only

Not everybody should be allowed in your office. If family members or friends wish to visit you they should set an appointment in advance. Nothing should be taken from the office without your permission. Treat your work space just like you would be at the real job.

Phone

Set a separate phone line for business purposes only. You'll be less likely to be interrupted by friends and family who are just calling to chat.

Schedule working hours

With your office being right next to you, it is always tempting to go back to work, try to avoid that otherwise you will be back to non-stop work and no Personal life. Make a conscious decision to separate work time from personal time.

Escape

Go on a lunch with your friends. Do sunday BBQ party. Go see the movie. Schedule lunch or happy hour with your family weekly. You need to see some other people and places. Think of it as a boost of support , inspiration and happiness.

Dress Code

Sometimes wearing PJ all day can be too relaxing and might disturb your concentration lever. If you have that feeling, try to dress in a way that makes you feel most productive. Doesn't have to be suit , but maybe nice shirt  and loafers would do the trick.

Exercise

Exercise regularly! Exercising can ultimately help you get more done by boosting your energy level and ability to concentrate.

Household

Organize household tasks efficiently, such as running errands in batches or doing a load of laundry every day, rather than saving it all for your day off. This days you can order food online. have your dry cleaning dropped off at your home and order supples from post office delivered to your door.

Also, Put family events on a weekly family calendar. Limit time-consuming misunderstandings by communicating clearly and listening carefully.

Track your time

Track everything you do for one week, including work-related and personal activities. Decide what's necessary and what satisfies you the most. Cut off activities that you don't enjoy or can't handle .