“Are you trying to have it all? That question makes no sense. It’s a stupid question. Stop asking it. Don’t ask it. Do you miss your kids while you’re at work? Yes, of course, I do. Everybody does. And then, you know, sometimes I don’t” – Leslie Knope
Thank you, Leslie Knope. I won’t pose the question of having it all but here is another, similar question that a lot of us ponder.
Does teacher work life balance actually exist?
Honestly, probably not. What I mean is, I don’t think there is a way to perfectly balance the time each day. Some days work will need more attention, some days your kids will, your spouse will, or YOU will.
Even though the perfect balance may not exist, there are ways to set boundaries so that work doesn’t overtake other aspects of your life and vice versa. That's what we're diving into on today's episode: how to find balance in a "Wife Teacher Mommy" life.
I offer tips to help you find balance in all the roles you take on. I talk about how organization increases your balance, why being flexible and prioritizing matters, how to listen to your body and the importance of slowing down.
One of the most effective ways to achieve work-life balance as a teacher is to remember that you deserve to have a life outside of work and duties. Your value doesn’t go away when you leave the classroom or the house. You need your positive influence and support just as much as your students and children do. When you take time for yourself, you’re able to show up better for your students, children and family. You can't pour from an empty cup.
Whether you're feeling stressed out and need inspiration to find relief or just need a reminder to slow down, this episode is perfect for moms and teachers everywhere.
Head over to the show notes: www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/find-balance
In this episode on how to find balance as a Wife Teacher Mommy we discuss:
- How organization increases your overall work life balance
- What does balancing your work life with your home life look like
- How to effectively plan and schedule your work along with you home responsibilities
- The importance of slowing down
- Why you should listen to your body
- Different activities you can do to reduce stress when the mental load feels like to much
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