Latest "Life balance" Posts

#895 Equanimity

Equanimity is an amazing trait. It’s what  allows us to stay in balance when things around us become challenging. Today we discuss the concept of having more equanimity in life.

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Posted by Joel Brookman in balance, Life balance, Podcasts, Uncategorized.

#892 Take Care of Yourself Before You Engage in Voluntary Activities

So many people live life taking care of others and neglecting themselves. Today we look at ways to take care of yourself before you engage in voluntary activities.

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Posted by Joel Brookman in balance, give of yourself, Life balance, Podcasts, Take Control of Your Life.

#741 Saying No Tactfully

Agreeing to do everything people ask of you can become overwhelming in terms of the work load you take on. There are times when we may have to say no. This could lead to repercussions.  The question is, how good are you at saying no tactfully?…

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Posted by Joel Brookman in balance, Get things done, Life balance, Podcasts.

#740 Technology Can Tether You to the Office

Technology can tether you to the office and never allow you to escape from work. This leads to greater stress and imbalance in life. Today we discuss how to set boundaries.…

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Posted by Joel Brookman in balance, Disconnect, Life balance, Podcasts.

#739 Workaholic

Employers love the workaholic over the short-term. The problem is that without life balance the workaholic is more likely to have issues in their personal life that ultimately affect work.…

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Posted by Joel Brookman in balance, Disconnect, Life balance, Podcasts.

Being Busy

Westerners, especially workers here in the U.S., seem to be addicted to being busy. We derive self-importance from being busy and even choose to wear it as a badge of honor.

What are we busy doing: attending meetings, putting out proverbial fires, dealing with personnel, doing paperwork? As we are busy doing these tasks, how effectively are we moving through them?

Have you noticed when you have a deadline, you always find a way to get things done in the time allotted? If you have a mountain of tasks to complete the day before you leave for vacation, that day becomes incredibly productive.…

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Posted by Joel Brookman in balance, Disconnect, Get things done, Life balance, productivity.

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