3 Big Reasons Parents Can’t Clock Out of Work

Ever find yourself thinking about work while making dinner… or checking your email while your kid is telling you about their day?

For so many parents, the workday doesn’t end when we leave the office. Whether it’s the pressure to stay connected, the mental load we carry, or just the pace of modern life — it’s hard to truly clock out and connect with our kids after work.

In this episode, we’re breaking down the three big reasons it’s so tough to disconnect — and more importantly, we’ll share what you can actually do to shift out of work mode and back into family mode, without guilt or overwhelm.

Things you’ll hear in this podcast:

• Ways to take control of your work life so it doesn’t interfere with your home life.
• Practical things to do in your home to help you leave work, even if you work from home.
• How to approach a demanding boss when they are making it difficult to clock out.

If you’re ready to disconnect from the office and truly reconnect with your family, this podcast is for you—let’s get started.

00:00 Introduction: The Struggle of Clocking Out
00:29 Understanding the Universal Struggle
02:05 Reason 1: Devices Controlling You
04:13 Reason 2: Lack of Boundaries
09:13 Reason 3: Not Scheduling Time
12:33 Recap and Final Thoughts
13:33 Free Guide and Next Episode Teaser

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