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Monday, November 29, 2010

It's a Balancing Act

I heard a recent speaker share his take on the work-life balancing act.

He asked us to imagine juggling five balls at one time.


Family - imagine this ball is glass
Health - imagine this ball is glass
Friends - imagine this ball is glass
Spirit - imagine this ball is glass
Work - imagine this ball is rubber

Not to imply that our work is not important, but if you are not taking care of the other "balls" in your life, then work will suffer anyway. If something has to "drop" temporarily, work can recover.

Set your priorities and strive to keep your life in balance.

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