Could you please share what work-life balance mean to you?
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Is it about setting boundaries or making time for hobbies?
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Faith Christopher@faith_christopher
it's about multitasking.
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@faith_christopher Hmmmmm...I appreciate your thoughts though! But for me, work-life balance is more about prioritizing and managing time wisely than simply juggling multiple tasks. Don't you think it’s essential to make space for both work and personal life to reduce stress?
@joy_kalu1 Work-life balance refers to the equilibrium between professional responsibilities and personal life, aiming to reduce stress and enhance well-being. When multitasking is mentioned in the context of work-life balance, it highlights the struggle many individuals face in managing multiple roles—such as being an employee, parent, and partner—simultaneously.
Multitasking often leads to a false sense of productivity, as it can reduce overall efficiency and increase stress levels.
Research indicates that multitasking does not enhance performance; rather, it can lead to mental exhaustion and decreased quality of work. Individuals frequently switch between tasks, which can diminish focus and create a feeling of being perpetually "on," impacting personal relationships and leisure time negatively.
To achieve a healthier work-life balance, experts recommend practicing "sequential mono-tasking," where individuals focus on one task at a time, thereby improving productivity and reducing stress.
This approach allows for deeper engagement in both work and personal life, fostering a more fulfilling overall experience.
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@faith_christopher interesting!
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It is about making time for family and hobbies for me.
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To enjoy what you are doing so there is no such term as "work".
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@busmark_w_nika Exactly! When you truly enjoy what you're doing, it feels less like work and more like a passion. Thanks Nika
@busmark_w_nika thats the problem. Many people don't even notice that they are burning out. The people best qualified to judge your work-life balance are your partner, your kids and your friends.
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@joy_kalu1 Exactly how you said that!
Occasionally having 6 hours of sleep, and two 15-minute meals during a day
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@joy_kalu1 I don’t actually
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It's about finding harmony between work and down time.
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@rebecca__hill Absolutely! Striking a balance between work and downtime is key. thanks🎉
To me, work-life balance is about setting boundaries so I can enjoy time with family and friends, while still being productive at work
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@yiraika_bacchi interesting 🥰
personally, it involves creating a balance between work and life and having enough time for family that doesnt involve work
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@kareem_azeez_bola Alright
whatever you do ensure you create personal time for yourself. Cause you need Life to be able to work
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@miyene_tom on point✌️
Being able to spend time with my family while efficiently managing my work and task.
For me finding harmony between career and personal life.
I think prioritizing both work and personal well-being.
When I do not have to worry about work while being with my family.
Managing time effectively to enjoy both. 🥰
For me setting boundaries to prevent burnout.
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@monty_parin Absolutely!
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@monty_parin I do the same to avoid burnout.
Work-life balance is about flexibility. It’s being able to adjust my work hours to fit my personal needs and still be productive. If I can manage my schedule to include both work and downtime, I feel much more balanced.
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@athar_jatoi That’s a fantastic strategy! Achieving that balance can truly have a positive impact. Do you have any advice on how to manage your schedule effectively?
For me, work-life balance means setting clear boundaries between my professional and personal life. It’s about having time to relax, pursue hobbies, and spend quality moments with family without work always looming in the background.
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@aayaz_gul Alright đź’ž
To me, work-life balance is ensuring that work doesn’t take over my entire life. It’s about making time for exercise, social activities, and simply unwinding, so I don’t burn out and can come back to work refreshed.
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@michaeltho_mas Wow! Nice one!✌️ Really love your perspective.
Balancing responsibilities without sacrificing happiness.
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@khali_khali1 Absolutely! Discovering that balance is crucial đź’Ş
Finding fulfillment in all aspects of life.
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@isis_clemente That's a wonderful goal✌️