Society makes us think that there is some ethereal "perfect balance" of life/work, parenting/career, etc. These ideas make us feel like we are never doing life correctly. I have found that the way to incorporate the concept of balance is to think about personal choice. What balance works best for you at this moment in time. When do you feel the most content or satisfied? When do you feel like you are best meeting the needs of your family and work? I once heard someone say that you can't be great at everything. You can be great at 1 thing and good at lots of things. This quote has stayed with me and helped me see my life in a different way.
Life is always in flux with energy given to different things at different moments and life stages. Giving yourself the freedom to also be in flux with what receives your attention is important. A binary choice is not necessary, but finding the rhythm that works best for you is the key. This can take introspection and planning. Feeling in control of your life and life choices is what gives us calm and focus, and this feeling of empowerment is the balance that keeps us upright and steady amidst the many things that demand our attention.
Life is always in flux with energy given to different things at different moments and life stages. Giving yourself the freedom to also be in flux with what receives your attention is important. A binary choice is not necessary, but finding the rhythm that works best for you is the key. This can take introspection and planning. Feeling in control of your life and life choices is what gives us calm and focus, and this feeling of empowerment is the balance that keeps us upright and steady amidst the many things that demand our attention.
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