Creating a balanced life without being hard on yourself is possible.
We explore what a balanced life looks like and if a balanced life can be accomplished.
Is there a contradiction in motivations, where balance is good and being hard on yourself is bad? The confusion comes from:
- Really showing up versus rushing it
- Quality time versus quashing time
- Things that delight our soul versus things that drain our soul
As we try to create a balanced life, it is easy to forget to take the time to enjoy the moment, to slow down, and take a breath. In the end, we both agree that taking responsibility is a critical part of creating balance.
Must do's:
- Stop treating yourself like hired help...or another way to look at this is to stop sweeping the floor when you should be doing something else.
- Stop beating yourself up for what you are not and for what you did or did not do.
- Create "rules for beating yourself up"
- The absolute best thing you can do right now is to give yourself permission to be happy, give yourself permission to enjoy life.
The solution:
- Clarify what you want by making a list of 3 things that will bring you joy today. Write them down and tell a friend.
- Schedule those 3 things in your calendar and do them no matter what.
- Answer this at the end of every day: What brought me joy today? and What can I do to bring more of that tomorrow.
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