We had the good fortune of connecting with Johanna Smith and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Johanna, how has your work-life balance changed over time?
The notion of balance is why I created Harmonious Balance. Over the years I have wondered why people think balance is not achievable even when their professional and personal lives are actually doing well. I’ve concluded that people are stuck on the idea of balance being equal time, energy, and effort across the board. They view balance as an outcome. I’ve come to view balance as stability and that balance is the input while harmony is the output. We bring stability to what can feel like chaotic lives. We have to be intentional about bringing physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual balance in our day-to-day lives.

I am at my best when I have a sense of stability within myself even when stress and chaos are all around me. I prioritize habits that bring about this stability on a daily basis like eating a balanced diet, remaining hydrated, getting a good night’s sleep, laughing everyday, and doing work that I enjoy.

Can you give our readers an introduction to your business? Maybe you can share a bit about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
Harmonious Balance offers a range of products and services, including individual coaching sessions, customized content creation, consulting, and speaking services for groups and organizations.

Harmonious Balance came into existence after unexpected job loss. However the seeds were planted for starting my own business throughout my career. After losing my job, I had a conversation with a career coach and he told me that I owed it to myself to set out a path towards the career freedom that I wanted for myself. Shortly thereafter, the vision for Harmonious Balance became clearer. I am especially excited about achieving the mission and vision for Harmonious Balance. They seem like lofty goals. But every step forward is gratifying and makes me want to take another step.

Leaping into the unknown is never easy. It is a huge risk. We don’t know what we don’t know. Mistakes are made. Multiple hats are worn. Growth can be slow. But again it is gratifying work that I believe in and committed to for the long haul.

The mission for Harmonious Balance is to help others live their best lives, be their better selves and accomplish the greater good through the practice of holistic energy management.

The vision of Harmonious Balance is to be recognized as a mainstream wellness ideology that is practiced globally.

The ultimate impact can be summed up as follows:

When people are living their best lives, they don’t feel shortchanged. When they don’t feel shortchanged, they are more inclined to show up as their better selves. When people show up as their better selves, they are more inclined to accomplish the greater good. When we accomplish the greater good, the world is a better place.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
Santa Monica Pier and Beach
Griffith Observatory
hike to the Hollywood sign
LA Live
Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills
Blaqhaus Restaurant
Mercado Restaurant
Hollywood Bowl
Soraya at CSUN
Laugh Factory
Universal City Walk and Studios
Magic Castle
Lakers or Sparks game
Fashion District
go whale watching or take Harbor boat ride
Grove Farmers Market
dance classes at Debbie Allen Dance Academy

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
My parents, Willie and Grace Smith, along with my siblings, Beverly, Angela, Willie Jr, and Carla. They have been especially supportive of me as I pursue the mission of Harmonious Balance. I also want to thank my niece, Jana, for nominating me for The Shoutout series.

Website: https://harmoniousbalancejs.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/harmoniousbalancejs/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harmoniousbalance/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/harmoniousbalancejs/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@harmonious.balance

Other: https://harmoniousbalance.substack.com/
https://www.tiktok.com/@harmonious.balance?_t=8q34k3idwAY&_r=1

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