Triumph Distractions

How do I create a balanced life without being hard on myself?

Listen Later

Creating a balanced life without being hard on yourself is possible. 

We explore what a balanced life looks like and if a balanced life can be accomplished. 

Is there a contradiction in motivations, where balance is good and being hard on yourself is bad? The confusion comes from:

  • Really showing up versus rushing it
  • Quality time versus quashing time
  • Things that delight our soul versus things that drain our soul

    • As we try to create a balanced life, it is easy to forget to take the time to enjoy the moment, to slow down, and take a breath. In the end, we both agree that taking responsibility is a critical part of creating balance. 

    Must do's:

    • Stop treating yourself like hired help...or another way to look at this is to stop sweeping the floor when you should be doing something else.
    • Stop beating yourself up for what you are not and for what you did or did not do. 
    • Create "rules for beating yourself up"
    • The absolute best thing you can do right now is to give yourself permission to be happy, give yourself permission to enjoy life. 

      • The solution:

      1. Clarify what you want by making a list of 3 things that will bring you joy today. Write them down and tell a friend. 
      2. Schedule those 3 things in your calendar and do them no matter what. 
      3. Answer this at the end of every day: What brought me joy today? and What can I do to bring more of that tomorrow. 

        4. You can learn more about Danielle here and Maikel on LInkedIn


        ...more
        View all episodesView all episodes
        Download on the App Store
        Triumph DistractionsBy Danielle Lavallee Wasson