What does life-balance mean to you? Not necessarily the theory, but in practical terms? Is it committing to, and maintaining that New Year’s fitness routine alongside running a house, a job, the family, or is it something more?
You see, “balance” means different things to each of us. There is no right or wrong answer, no one way of achieving it and, sometimes, we get so engrossed in the concept of balance that actually achieving it becomes a no-go. We beat ourselves up because we perceive that the scales of life are just not balancing out and this sets us on that oh-so-familiar hamster wheel of discontent.
So, firstly, let’s take a look at 4 top tips for managing a balanced lifestyle.
1. Look After You
Are you the person to whom everyone turns in a crisis? Are you the family’s “Go-To” during their times of need? If yes, then that’s an awful lot of extra emotional “weight” being lumped on your shoulders. I’m not suggesting that you tell everyone to go find someone else to shoulder the burden, no. But, in order to maintain any sort of balance, we have to look after number one first. Your body needs rest, exercise and healthy food. Sure, all of that. But, it’s important to take time to focus on your needs and make sure you’re ticking over just fine before you focus on other people. It’s really okay to do what it takes to protect yourself from any negative energy or emotions coming your way. After all, how can you help others if you can’t help yourself?
2. Organization is Key
Being organized, and that includes mentally, too, allows your brain the flexibility to cope with any stress or disruption more easily. Plan that important “time-out” and make room for the things you enjoy. The key to life balance here is minimizing stress as far as possible.
3. Goals Work
How great does it feel when you can check something off your list as done and dusted? It doesn’t matter which area of your life, there’s sure to be a goal you can set. The successful attainment of a goal goes a long way to maintaining a healthy and positive mindset, improving your mood and helping that balance, too.
4. The Right Food = The Best Balance
Yep, it’s a no-brainer, yet the fence that a lot of us fall at. Ensuring you maintain your “five-a-day” will go a long way to helping that positive mental attitude, helping brain function and, ultimately keeping you on the road to success.
So, there you have it. Four simple steps to maintaining balance in your life. By trying to include these four rules into your life, you will reduce stress, improve your general health, boost your energy and probably be an altogether nicer person to be around. Isn’t that worth a re-balance?
Don’t forget to check back for my next blog, where we will be looking at some real game-changing, counter-intuitive thoughts that will change your notion of balance.
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