12 Reasons for an Imbalance in Work and Life




 

1 – You work all of the time

Work is good and healthy. However, when it becomes the thing that consumes your life, you may be nearing burn out.

Make sure your current work hours are sustainable. If not, then have a cut-off time where you commit to slowing down and taking a breath. Whether that means taking a vacation, lowering hours, or investing in a hobby.




 

2 – You aren’t regularly sleeping

Sleep is critical to your overall health and without the proper sleep, you won’t be as sharp at work, home, or with your friends. Watch the video below for a look at what happens when the body is sleep-deprived:

Have you ever fallen asleep while working? That’s a strong indicator you need to re-evaluate your work-life balance.

On the flip side, why not schedule power naps into your weekly rhythm?