How to Improve your Work-life Balance

“What are my priorities in life?” Have you ever asked yourself this question?

Everyone has their own priority in life. Some people may prioritize financial stability, others may go for career,  a few may want to pursue public service, and most may put family above everything. Some people tend to have many priorities. Though some aspirations may be difficult to reach, it is still possible if you can manage to balance your time. There are some well known personalities that have success in their careers, but are not building a good and harmonious relationship with their family.

Let’s now discuss what are the possible ways on how to improve the balance between your work and your life.

• Don’t get a work that last more than 5 days per work-week – Spend the two days of your weekends with your family.  They must feel that you have time for them.
• Limit your overtimes – Overtime can really aggravate your stress level; you cannot perform well at your work when you work beyond eight hours. Neither can you find the time to play with your kids or have meaningful conversations with your parents if you’re too spent from overworking.
• Make a weekly activity plan – Plan ahead and make a schedule of all the social gatherings that you might or will be attending to. It can also save you from spending money beyond your monthly budget. Shortage in money can also contribute to your stress but time with your loved ones is priceless.
• Make time for yourself – Just do the things that can may you happy and relaxed. A day in a week is enough to let yourself be inspired again.
• Stay away from vices – Vices can ruin your schedule of activities. Sometimes when you have a hangover, you cannot perform well in your work. Always remember: do everything in moderation.
• Do your best at work and stop complaining – Try to finish your work at the office so that you don’t have to bring your work at home. Stop complaining about your work and consider leaving if you find your work less rewarding than it is stressful.
• Read funny memes and books – Reading funny memes and inspirational boost can greatly remove stress. Laughing releases endorphine that make us feel better.

If you would do these tips, you can balance the time you consume in your work and in your life. Remember, money is not everything; it is the simple things that bring us great joy.

Also check these helpful sites that I found that are related to balancing work and life

·         http://www.wisebread.com/how-to-find-happiness-advice-from-bill-watterson

·         http://www.mayoclinic.org/exercise-and-stress/art-20044469

·         http://greatist.com/happiness/23-scientifically-backed-ways-reduce-stress-right-now