Work-Life Battle: Why "Balancing" Fails & What Works Instead

The pillars of a happy life lead to increased satisfaction instead of having opposing priorities fight it out. By treating work and life as opposing forces we inevitably end up tipping the scales the wrong way. We can't always subscribe time evenly and things get out of whack. We find there is a much better way by examining the term itself 'Work-life balance". This episode will not only help you find better harmony with your different life projects but also help your awareness and mindsets to the choices you make. Advert - Cozy Earth Luxury Bamboo sheets and Loungeware that become softer the more you use them. 35% off code 'GROWTH' - CozyEarth.com Infinite Play - Nat Eliason This episode was inspired an article from Nat Eliason and his brilliant newsletter Infinite Play - I highly recommend subscribing. Growth Mindset pod Sam Webster Harris explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. Success and happiness is a state of mind unique to ourselves and is our responsibility to create. Watch the pod - YouTube (Growth Mindset) Mail - GrowthMindsetPodcast(at)gmail.com Insta - SamJam.zen Chapters 00:00 Importance vs Dangers of "balancing" 01:56 The number of heartbeats in your life 03:00 Why is finding Balance so complicated 03:50 The importance of words and language 06:50 When balance creates problems 07:50 The pillars of a happy life 09:00 Our obsession with good and bad instead of priorities 11:14 Seeking long-term enjoyment 13:10 Creating satisfaction whilst minimising sacrifice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices