How do you find balance? We’ve all got a lot on our plate. Work. Relationships. Families and kids. If you’re feeling overwhelmed trying to manage it all, you’re not alone. When you’re not taking care of yourself and making time to do the things that make you happy – burnout can be inevitable.
Instead of focusing on finding balance, look for ways to be present.
If you’re feeling burnout at work or home, try to sort out what’s causing the stress and use it as a sign to take action.
Not sure where to start?
Whether you want to find time for yourself as a new mom or you’re searching for work-life balance hacks, here are some ideas to help you focus on your wellbeing.
Schedule time for yourself.
If you’ve got a dozen things to do on your to-do list, make sure one of those things on your list is taking care of yourself. Even if you’ve only got a spare 5 or 10 minutes, make time to do something that makes you feel good. If you find yourself endlessly scrolling, and comparing yourself to others, remove any social media apps that are sucking up your time.
Here are some self-care Sunday ideas to set you up for a better week.
Listen to your body.
While staying active and exercising is important, your body needs to rest. If you keep pushing yourself to get just one more thing done while your baby sleeps, you’ll eventually start to unravel. Make sure you’re getting enough zzz’s.
Use your time wisely.
Create a calendar for yourself and one for your family to help you stay organized. Add a note on your to-do list to finish the small easy tasks first, especially if you’ve only got a few minutes to spare. Try not to get overwhelmed if it takes you a few days, weeks, or even months to cross things off your list finally.
Say no. Often.
It’s easy to say yes to everything because it might sound like a good opportunity. If it’s not worth your time or going to help you advance in the direction you want to go, get comfortable saying no. Don’t feel guilty about passing up a few opportunities if they don’t align with your goals.
Release “mom guilt.”
Repeat after me – you are doing a great job! There’s going to come a time when mom guilt creeps in and makes you feel like you’re not doing enough. You are. You’re doing a wonderful job, so focus on your long-term goals and let go of any feelings of guilt. You can’t be everywhere, every time. If you start to feel mom guilt, stop beating yourself up and talk to your partner or friends instead of keeping those emotions bottled up.
Adjust your mindset.
Surrender the idea of finding the perfect balance. Instead, focus on being present and enjoying the time you have. When you switch your mindset from negative to positive, you’re making more room for growth instead of worrying about what’s not working in your life.
Ask for help.
If you’re feeling burnout, look for ways to reduce any stress in your life. There is no shame in asking for help. You don’t have to do it all.
- Talk to your partner about ways they can help.
- Outsource some of your work tasks to lighten your workload.
- Find a mother’s group for support.
Conclusion – How to find Balance
Be kind to yourself. If you’re feeling burnout, use it as a sign to change your mindset. You don’t have to do it all. Enjoy living in the moment. A gratitude journal is a great way to remind yourself of all the things that make you happy.
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