Ayo Lawrence : Is Work-Life Balance A Struggle? Try These Tips

Is Balance a Myth?

Over the years men and women have asked this thought-provoking question - Is Balance a Myth? I have asked it as well and have come to an objective conclusion. This I will be sharing with you in the next few lines.

So let us begin with the basics.  In physics, balance is a well-defined concept, and it is the equilibrium of forces acting on an object. However, when applied to aspects like work-life, mental well-being, or time management, the notion of balance can sound abstract and unachievable. But you know what? It is not impossible. It is more realistic and achievable than you think.  Yes, I can hear you say how.

Before I move on to the how, let us first take a  look at some things that can make balance seem elusive to some people. First among them is unrealistic expectations. Individuals that seek to achieve absolute perfection fail to embrace the inherently unpredictable and dynamic nature of life set themselves up for failure. The other is trying to do too many things at the same time without the appropriate support system leading to compromise time and time again followed by a feeling of  loss, guilt and inadequacy.

Now to the “hows” of attaining balance. 

To achieve the desired balance you must learn  to  PUT SYSTEMS AND STRUCTURES IN PLACE. Consider the following tips in this regard:

Set clear boundaries. Know when to use your Yes and your No such that you consistently do not over extended to yourself. 

Define Your Priorities.  Be clear on the things you want to do, how and when you want to do them.

Engage in Self-care. Focus on personal well-being and happiness, those things promote your health and active management of illness peradventure it occurs. This we will look into in depth in the coming days.

Leverage your support system. Delegate as much as you can, do the things only you need to do, and allow others to take the burden off you.

With the above in place, balance may no longer be a myth because you will be able to achieve the elusive work-life balance- enabling your personal life, family life, social life, mental health, relationships, spirituality, finance, career, business, etc to experience the much desired bliss.

Keep LIVING, LOVING, LAUGHING and THRIVING.

Ayo Lawrence is a beacon of empowerment and a seasoned practitioner in the realm of people and systems organization, known for her adept problem-solving abilities that pave the way for personal and organizational contentment. Aptly titled the “Queen of Premium Family Life Practice” and hailed as a Transformational Coach, Ayo has carved a distinct niche for herself. 

With a professional background as a Counsellor, Coach, and Therapist, Ayo seamlessly blends her roles as an entrepreneur and a healing facilitator. She harnesses the power of NeuroLinguistic Programming, Emotional Intelligence, and Family Systems Engineering to guide her clients on a journey toward clarity, healing, wholeness, and harmonious, and balanced living. Ayo collaboratively orchestrates and spearheads a multitude of professional counseling and intervention programs alongside her dedicated team.

Ayo’s impactful reach extends to the digital realm as well, with her creation of the Balanced ME™ Toolbox App, accessible on both Playstore and Appstore. She has also chronicled her life journey from her BIRTH to her BECOMING in her book her memoir titled LIVING-LOVING-LAUGHING, The Balanced ME™ available on Amazon. 

Balanced ME™  with Ayo Lawrence is about LOVE, LIFE and EVERYTHING in between