Work, Life, and the Chaos In Between

In this week’s episode of The SunDaze Journey Podcast’s “Unqualified Hour,” co-hosts Alexis Carthan and Mary-Beth Meagher explore the nuances of work-life balance. This term can feel buzzwordy at times—but as freelancers who know just how easy it is blur those personal and professional lines, we’re diving beneath the surface to unpack the benefits of work-life balance, along with the barriers and misconceptions that come with it.

Using our favorite blend of personal stories and scientific insights, we’ll look at what balance actually means. Hint: it’s not an equal distribution of time—it’s about focusing on what truly matters in life, then orienting both our personal and professional commitments around those core values. We’ll discuss how the cultural glorification of performance and achievement can pressure us into burnout. We’ll also chat through the need to prioritize boundaries, cultivate space for relationships, lean into self-awareness as we navigate expectations, and make adjustments until we reach our own definition of a healthy work-life balance.

Next, we’ll share a handful of actionable techniques to maintain that balance, whether it’s in a corporate or freelance environment—or some combination of the two (Alexis knows all about this!). Finally, we’ll “Shine a Light” on some work-life balance resources, influencers, and best friends who help us integrate this practice into our own daily routine.

Also, mentioned in the episode: Read 4 Productivity Methods for Your Workday to learn more about time blocking.

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