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ERP 035: How To Not Sacrifice Your Relationship Health When You Are Working Hard


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HOW TO BALANCE WORK AND LOVE LIFE

  These are my podcast show notes: Be sure to listen to the episode to hear stories, examples, and more tips.

Last week, I interviewed Dr. Jenev Caddell, She specializes in helping entrepreneurs balance work and relationships. She talked about the importance of making your relationship a priority, especial during busy work times. Today, I would like to share a few more tips.

Today, I would like to go into a little more depth. Here are some tips to consider:

1. TRUST
  • Find a balance between security and growth.
  • Security allows you to take risks and grow.
  • Being resourced
  • Reassurance (“This is temporary. We are going to get through this.”)
  • Belief (“We love each other. We are strong.”)
2. COMMUNICATION
  • “I’m not going to be as available for a period of time”
  • Talk about ways to work together
  • Be mindful about checking in and inviting communication
3. AGREEMENTS
  • Negotiate new agreements for clear expectations
  • Follow through with your commitments (commit to less)
  • Say things like, “Let me know if this isn’t working for you.”
  • Say other things like, “Let me know when you need me”
4. EFFORT
  • Demonstrate regard, consideration, and care when you can
  • Be conscious of your actions and contributions
  • Say words of acknowledgment
  • Make time to be present
  • Give your undivided attention
5. AWARENESS OF STRESS
  • Reference the Stress Response Curve
  • Recognize your cues –emotionally (irritable, quick to anger, overwhelmed), mentally (distracted, preoccupied), physically(shortness of breath, muscle tension, bumping into things, accident prone), socially (less connected and close, less positive interactions)
  • Work to destress and find balance
  • Do Self-care (sleep, nutrition, physical activity)
  • Take breaks (time to disconnect, get away, get some perspective)
  • Be aware of your breathing patterns
6. RECONNECT
  • Allow time (not going to happen right away)
  • Communicate desire
  • Be available
  • Be patient
  • Debrief
  • Appreciate one another
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MENTIONED:
  • Learn more about the Five Love Languages (article)
  • The 5 Love Languages, By Gary Chapman (book)
  • The Holmes-Rahe Life Stress Inventory (assessment)
  • Making And Keeping Agreements To Strengthen Your Relationship (podcast)

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