A host of factors, developments, and dynamics have made most industries more competitive than ever. As a result so many of us wonder whether there is still such a thing as work-life balance. We reached out to the community to hear perspectives on finding the right balance.

Keira Wight | Photographer & Graphic Designer

As my professional career has expanded, I’ve struggled with this concept. I’m often asked what I do for work, and then about my hobbies, and photography answers both of those questions. I’m passionate about my creative work and truly enjoy doing it despite periods of ongoing, double-and-triple-stacked days, long, weird hours, and more than enough screen time. Read more>>

Jolene Mei | Voice Over Artist

This is a great question. If you were to ask me this question about 3 years ago, I would initially think of the balance between hours you spend at work versus the hours you spend enjoying your personal life. In the present, my perception of “work life balance” has definitely expanded. I am so happy to say that my work is something I truly find very fun, while how I perceive “life” in this context has expanded to include mental, spiritual, physical, and aspirational satisfaction. I definitely think I’m not the only one who has seen the value of mental health in the workplace as well. Read more>>

Tai’Leah-Tre’Ci Paige | Artist & Intuitive Guide

My balance has changed over time so much and not only because of age; but most of all — for self preservation. I think we’re born with the innate knowledge or idea that we should be producing as much as society tells us to produce. We’re programmed to believe that we have to keep up with the mass production of goods and services that is apparent in our society right now, especially in America. And throughout my spiritual journey I’ve learned so much about how to honor my Feminine Energy. This is more slow — receiving energy versus giving energy. Read more>>

Anna G. Martins | Founder, Projects by AG

My work-life balance has changed over time and in the best of ways. I was, however, very much part of the “hustle culture” back in the day. Remember ‘team no sleep’? You could say I was somewhat of an unofficial representative of this lifestyle, ha-ha. Definitely not a proponent of “all work, all the time” but I think a lot of individuals from my generation who were “team no sleep” for a season or two can say they are grateful, today, for how much they learned when pursuing their passion with such vigor. Read more>>

Ari Derambakhsh | Actor

Being fresh out of college, work/life balance is still something very new to me. Especially since my “work” is also my passion, it is easy for me to dedicate all my energy to it, only to realize I have no energy left for myself. To be an actor is to be a vessel of the human experience. So, in my eyes, one limits themselves as an actor if they dedicate all their time to working and stressing over the future. Read more>>

Kelly Johnson | Business Owner

Achieving work-life balance can be a challenging puzzle to solve. While it’s something worth aiming for, it’s important to recognize that achieving perfect balance every day is likely impossible. In the past, I believed that with proper scheduling, blocking off time in calendars, giving adequate notice, and putting in hard work, balance could be attained. Read more>>