Finding Balance in a Lopsided World

Many of us find it a constant challenge to juggle thelife, time seems to slow down and we enjoy each
demands at work and home and still "have a life." Thetask more and do better work. Commit to avoid
stress mounts. At the end of the day we often feelmulti-tasking for an hour or two each day and then
like, in an effort to get it all done, we didn't do anythingexpand that time. Remember to "catch the gifts" of a
as well as we would have liked. The report was a dayjob well done or genuine compliment before rushing off
late and you still missed most of your child's recital.to the next thing on your list.
Would you like more balance in your life? What youEngage the Law of Attraction. When we feel
think, feel, say (to yourself and others) and believe isoverwhelmed with a busy schedule, we tend to
true creates your reality. It's up to you to choose toneglect our own needs. Soon, our vibrations (our
create your reality by design and not default.feelings and emotions) are low and negative. We're
Here's where to start.burned out. That leads to attracting other people and
Clean Out the Clutter. Clutter distracts and confusescircumstances that vibrate at that same destructive
us and drains our energy. The physical clutter oflevel. It's a downward spiral that you want to avoid. By
paperwork, books and office tools is easy tomaintaining a high vibration, through taking good care of
recognize and attend to once you set your mind to it.yourself, you will attract positive people and
However, it's all the emotional clutter of regrets,circumstances and that leads to a more balanced life.
resentments and unfulfilled promises that can keep usGive Thanks Often. Since what we focus on expands,
out of balance and rob us of our clarity. And thenit makes sense to remind ourselves of what is going
there's the clutter of unnecessary obligations andright and our successes. Writing in a gratitude journal at
demanding people. The next time you're asked tothe end of most days prevents us from falling asleep
serve on another committee or join one morewith that never-ending to-do list playing in our heads.
association, remember that "No" is a completeFinally, take the time to show appreciation to those
sentence. Make a list of all your current volunteerwho support your balance at work and home.
activities and cross off the ones that no longer serveStart each day with a positive affirmation like, "I am
your highest good.divinely guided to make wise choices today and have
Stay Present. When we are mindful in our work andall the time and energy I need.