Thoughts about achieving work-life balance
This afternoon, I attended an inspection of the WIP (work in progress) of the carpenters for one of the projects that I'm handling right now. It took me more than 3 hours to complete the inspection because I was also discussing and solving the issues with them. It was a tiring inspection because we were all standing and moving in the factory. There was no time for me to catch a break so I felt tired. I got a headache too because there was a smell of chemicals in the factory. I think the smell is due to the materials and adhesives that they used in making cabinets & furniture.
It's just Thursday and I already feel drained. I'm already wishing that it's already the weekend so I can have a good rest, lol. This feels like I'm working beyond my means and that I need to balance my life and my work.
This is the sign that I set a clear boundary between my personal life and my work. I'm fully aware that my job is important for me to keep my lifestyle however, my well-being is also important. I guess, I have to define specific hours in a day when I should think less about my job and live a little.
Another thing that I should remember is to set which among the items are the priorities. It's logical not to overload myself with so much work that I can't even finish. If I do then it will become stressful.
One important strategy that I should learn is to say "no". This will effectively set my boundaries. If I can't learn to say "no" then I will be forever tied to a mountain of tasks that I can't accomplish.
A good approach to it is to establish a routine that I should devise to help me automate some of the tasks that will keep repeating.
And more importantly to set realistic goals. By doing so, you won't be overcommitting and you will also learn how to work within the timeline. If it's done right then you should have to work extensively so that you will compromise your personal life by your obligations at work.
I think if I'm able to do so then I will be able to get less stress and I could happier as well.
