Wow… we are almost a week into the new calendar year. The time flies, especially when we grow older. Hope everyone who reads this post had a wonderful 2022, and looks forward to even better things in 2023.
What will you remember most fondly in 2022? You could say that memories and experiences are priceless. Did you spend all the time you wanted with your family and friends? Last year, did you waste any vacation time? Are you feeling energized for 2023?
We all have a finite number of years left on earth. Tomorrow is not guaranteed for anyone. As we age, it is likely that we will not be able do everything we did when we were younger. How long has it been since you took a break to relax and take a breather? What about taking up a new activity? Spending time with your partner or spouse? Or with your children? If your finances allow, why not take a fun trip?
You may have noticed over the years that friends, family members, clients, and colleagues often put vacations and time off at the bottom of their priority list. There are many good reasons to justify this. Work is too busy, there’s not enough money for a vacation, etc.
All of us know that bills have to be paid. We all know that it’s important to save money for emergencies, long-term goals such as retirement and education of our children. Striking a balance between working and taking time off can help improve your motivation, productivity and health.
Consider making a concerted attempt to make the most of your time off as we begin 2023. You should strive to achieve a sustainable work-life balance. It is not an easy task. But if you are able to find a sustainable work-life balance, then you will be more productive at your job and have more time with family and friends.
