The Secret to a Balanced Life

There is a never-ending argument about the concept of work-life balance. Some say there is no such thing as work-life balance. Others say there can only be work-life integration. What are your thoughts on this? How do you define work-life balance in your own life?

 

As a writer and researcher, I do my best to avoid arguments. I share my research findings and personal observations, empowering you (my audience) to discern what is best and meaningful to you in your own life.

 

In my many years of research, here is what I have found:

1. Balance isn't doing everything.
2. Balance isn't knowing everything.
3. Balance isn't pleasing everyone.

 

"Balance is knowing, understanding, and embracing what matters for each season of your life."

 

Another way to put it is that instead of seeking balance, you should seek to identify, understand and embrace your seasons.

 

Do you know the season of life you are in?

 

This past weekend, I had the honor of speaking at a retreat designed to inspire women to recharge. During my sessions, I shared the three seasons of life many of us go through. These particular life seasons are based on the number of years we've had to experience life on earth. I call them Life Seasons. I want to share those three seasons with you today.

 

Seek Season (ages 1 - 24)

• The season of searching and discovering
• The season of learning and awareness
• The season of "I want to see."

 

Success Season (ages 25 - 49)

• The season of being and becoming
• The season of doing
• The season of "I want to matter."

 

Significance Season (ages 50 until….)

• The season of reflection
• The season of reaping and harvesting
• The season of "I want to have something to show"

 

Identifying the season of life you are in can be valuable for several reasons. First, it can help you make better decisions and set appropriate goals based on where you are at in life. For example, if you are in a season of growth and learning, you may prioritize acquiring new skills or education. If you are in a season of doing so, you may focus on adopting systems and tools to help you maximize your time management and resources.

 

Understanding your current season can also help you appreciate and make the most of the present moment rather than constantly striving for something else or comparing yourself with others. It can also provide a sense of perspective and help you navigate life transitions more effectively. We go through many seasons in life.

 

In addition to the Life Seasons I have just shared with you now, I have also identified what I call Planner Seasons. These Planner Seasons significantly impact the planners we choose and how consistent we are. If you're curious about what these Planner Seasons are and how to be consistent with using your planner, I invite you to join me this week at the second-ever free PLANNER CLINIC Live with my co-hosts and dear friends @bloomdailyplanners. It's an opportunity to gain valuable insights and practical tips for your planner usage.

 

I am honored that 'bloom' will be joining Planner Clinic again. The Planner Clinic is a LIVE event where we share insights and strategies for effective life planning. Together, we'll be helping more people learn how to be consistent with using their planners to achieve a meaningful sense of balance based on their Planner Personas and Planner Seasons with helpful recommendations to get you there. If you have room in your planner, please come join us for lunch. I would be honored to have you in the room.

 

The Details

• Event: Planner Clinic LIVE
• Hosts: NOTIQ x bloom daily planners
• Date: June 26, 2024
• Time: 11:00 AM CST, 12:00 PM EST
• Place: NOTIQ YouTube and  bloom YouTube

 

So much possibilities lie ahead of us. Together, let's continue this conversation about identifying, understanding and embracing our seasons. With each season of life comes valuable insight and perhaps the hidden keys to what we seek.

Until next time...

Warmly,

VJ, Founder, NOTIQ