Post on 15-Jan-2017
ACHIEVING WORK-LIFE BALANCE
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We know balance when we see it AND when
we don’t see it?
Elements of Balance
Questions to Ask Regarding Current Changes
• What are you most concerned about, regarding these changes?
• What do you want to know? • What are you hearing from others? How do they feel
about these changes? • What’s going to be the hardest part of these changes
for us?
• What are some Physical stressors? • What are some Family stressors? • What are some Work stressors?• What are some Social stressors? • What are some Environmental
stressors?
Our Response to Change Can Be A Main Cause of Stress
Holmes and Rahe Stress Scale (100 – 1)
Life Events & Life Change Units
•Death of a Spouse 100 •Divorce 73•Dismissal from Work 47•Trouble with In-Laws 29•Change in Working Hrs. 20•Vacation 13
Your Stress Symptoms Sleep Problems Appetite Problems Irritability, Moodiness Loss of Concentration Tired, Lethargic Muscle Tension, Headaches
Stress
Work is the main source of stress for most Americans. Stress’ connection to obesity for workers in sedentary jobs is more significant than diet, according to research published in the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine. The effects stress on heart health can be deadly.
Signs of Stress:
Overemotional: People under stress can find it difficult to control their emotions.
Lethargy: The physiological impact of stress can cause lethargy.Restlessness: Stress can make it difficult to focus, causing hyperactivity and
restlessness. Anxiety: Prolonged stress can cause anxiety disorders.
Effects of Stress on Our BodiesSkeletal Muscular System
(muscles, back, neck)
Digestive System(stomach, intestines)
Respiratory System(lungs, sinuses)
Cardiovascular System(heart, circulation)
Immune System(glands, white blood cells)
Reasons Why People Resist Change
1. Preference for familiar2. Fear of the unknown: Risk3. All-or-Nothing thinking4. Impatience for a quick fix5. Rigid models of self6. Lack of initiative and
passivity
Change is a Process NOT an Event.
Elements of Balance
(Change)HOME + CAREER + LEISURE
ATTITUDE + COMMUNICATION
(Transition)
Balance =
Change vs. Transition
Change is…•The external event or situation that happens to us.
•Transition is…•The psychological process that we go through in order to adjust to changes in our lives.
THE ONLY THING CONSTANT IN LIFE IS CHANGE
Four Common Change Personalities
1. Supporters/AdoptersEmbrace the change and move quickly to implement it.
2. WorriersUneasy and uncertain about the change.
3. Resisters Don't actively protest, they do not want to change.
4. Militants Actively work to prevent the change.
Marie G. McIntyre
3 Keys to Managing Stress
1. Understand the Causes of Stress.
2. Take Control of Your Stressors.
3. Create Balance in Your Life.
Take Time for Fun
Family time Time alone Recreation Communicating Building Relationships
Three Questions to Find Balance
1. Where are you currently?2. Where do you want to be?3. How can you get there?
1. Where are you currently?
•Which work/family conflicts are the most difficult for you to manage?
•What are your greatest barriers to achieving balance?
2. Where do you want to be?
What would your ideal day look like?
can you get there?
#3.
Choose Your Time Wisely
Balance Wheel Exercise Rate Satisfaction
From 1 to 10
Financial
Health
Friends and Family
CareerPhysical Environment
Fun and Recreation
Personal Growth
Significant OtherRomance
I I I I I I I I I I 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
De-Clutter Your Life
Physical EnvironmentMental LifeEmotional Life
• How Do You Want To Be Remembered? • What Is Most Important To you? • What Is your ONE Brave Decision You Need
To Make Today?
www.bestyearever.me/whatmatters/spendyourdays
You can achieve work-life balance#1: Get crystal clear on your priorities.#2: Schedule time for the things that matter most.#3: Establish what is non-negotiable.#4: Focus alignment between your priorities and
your practice.#5: Accept the fact that there will always be
tension.
By Saying Yes – I’m Saying No
Be Aware of Burnout• Most people know that overworked employees eventually
burnout. Burnout is the physical and psychological response to long-term stress.
• Loss of interest: Burned-out employees cannot make themselves care about their work, which is the source of their stress.
• Lack of emotion: Emotional responses are abnormal when someone is burned-out.
• Loss of motivation: Former motivators no longer are effective.• Possible depression: Burnout is closely linked to depression.
B alance is something you can achieve
A llow others to share the load L et go of unrealistic expectations A ct upon your goals and
priorities N o is a word you can learn to say
C ommunicate to strengthen
relationshipsE xpect and plan for the
unexpected
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