Episode 7. Work. Life. Balance. Periodt.

Do you ever wonder how others are able to do the absolute most on a daily basis? You are not alone! We find ourselves asking these same questions. Is the phrase "work-life balance" simply a common saying in these post-pandemic times? As Melanated Docs, our lives can be hectic, and balance can seem unachievable. In this new episode of Confessions of Melanated Docs, we explore work-life balance and what it means to us. To be honest, most of us are all out here juggling careers, families, side hustles etc. Life can be unforgiving and hectic. Take a deep breath and listen to our latest episode as we dive in and explore the notion of work-life balance, what it means, if it's achievable, and ways to be successful. We are your Melanated Docs. Take this journey with us.    Timestamps: 2:31 Our Definition of Work Life Balance 5:15 Is balance achievable 7:20  It's layers to it 8:20 The Millennial take 9:50 Know who you are and what you want 11:50 There are difference in what each individual need 15:56 Books that are helpful to read 17:18 Importance of therapy 20:00 Difference in Values of Generations 23:48 Manifestations of stress 27:37 Stop Comparing 30:28 Delegate 33:34 Time is invaluable 34:00 How to manage Burnout 40:37 Take a break 43:00  Helpful Apps 44:22 Saying NO and creating boundaries 46:06 How to say NO at work 51:49 The notion of being perfect 55:12  Confession time    Sources used and referenced in this episode:  https://health.clevelandclinic.org/work-life-balance/ https://www.forbes.com/sites/alankohll/2018/03/27/the-evolving-definition-of-work-life-balance/?sh=1bc7bb449ed3 https://hbr.org/2021/01/work-life-balance-is-a-cycle-not-an-achievement https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0160412021002208 https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2019/05/work-life-balance/590662/ https://hbr.org/2019/04/preventing-busyness-from-becoming-burnout https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2019/05/work-life-balance/590662/ https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/in-depth/work-life-balance/art-20048134   Check out our website: https://www.melanateddocs.co/ Please email questions or comments to: [email protected] Get your Melanated Docs Merch at our online shop !!!   Let's stay connected on Social Media: Instagram: @melanateddocs Facebook: Melanated Docs The hashtag for this podcast is #melanateddocs   Our Production Team: Dr. Keisha Butler, Dr. Catrina Johnson, Agency Emerald