Finding Your Perfect Work-Life Balance as a Parent

Struggling to find the perfect work-life balance? Spoiler: It’s not about perfection. Let’s dive into what really works for you and your family.

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Michelle Lim
August 19, 2024

Hello MindFull Readers,

Last time, we talked about the importance of saying “no” to extra work projects and how a perfect 50/50 work-life balance might just be a myth. Today, I want to dive a little deeper into that idea.

So, what does “work-life balance” really mean?

According to the Oxford Dictionary, it’s “the division of one's time and focus between working and family or leisure activities.” Sounds simple enough, right? But let’s be real—life rarely fits into such neat little boxes.

Let me be direct: The picture-perfect life we see on social media? That’s not real life. You know the kind of morning routine I’m talking about: waking up at 5 AM for a run, having a peaceful cup of tea after a refreshing shower, gently waking the kids for school—all while soft, soothing music plays in the background. Sure, those mornings might happen sometimes, but let’s face it, they’re not the norm. Yet, we often use these idealised moments as benchmarks for our own work-life balance.

So, how do you find your optimal work-life balance? Here’s a quick way to figure it out:

  1. List your priorities. Is it your kids, career, or finances?

  2. Rank them. What’s most important to you right now?

  3. Identify control. What can you control in your life, and what’s out of your hands?

  4. Talk it out. If you have a partner, discuss this list together to see how it could work for both of you.

In the end, the goal is to find a balance that works for you and your family—without sacrificing too much in one area, especially not your well-being.

So, how do you define a healthy work-life balance? Or, what’s working for you right now to keep everything in check?

If you’re curious to explore more about finding your optimal balance, I’d love to chat. Don’t be shy—schedule an introductory call with me using the link below.

Looking forward to connecting! - Michelle

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With warmth and mindfulness,

Michelle Lim | Founder of The MindFull Parent | Reparenting Life Coach

Michelle Lim | Mother of 3 | Multi-Coach | Founder | Author | Preschool Educator | Babywearing Specialist | Breastfeeding Mentor

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