The Coronavirus has given many us an opportunity to pause and think about life, our purpose, and even the right work life balance. What’s your perspective and has it changed over time?

Mike Caringal

I was talking to my therapist recently and told her how I always feel like I have to stay busy. If I ever get free time, I find something to fill it with. She pointed out that it comes from how I’ve always tied accomplishment to staying busy and productive. But lately, that’s shifted. Read More>> 

Heather Rebecca Wilson

I was raised to believe that if I worked hard enough, I’d be rewarded — that productivity equaled worth. Over time, I’ve completely redefined that belief. I used to feel guilty for resting or even for following inspiration when it didn’t “fit” into a traditional work schedule. Read More>> 

Gina Lawson Egan

My work life balance has changed throughout my adult life in order of importance with each decade. In my twenties I was an art student. My priorities were paying for school, holding a job so I could eat, and doing well in school. All while having fun during, after, and in between. This involved friends and sometimes boyfriends. Read More>>

Emily O’Brien

My work-life balance has shifted from something I chased to something I actively nurture. Some days, work takes center stage; other days, it’s about recharging—hiking in the woods, volunteering with CreativeMornings or spending time on my back deck with a good book. I think of balance in terms of variety and weight. Read More>>

Courtney Fisher

Work life balance is the very reason Evry Othr exisits. Earlier in my career, I poured everything into my work. I loved what I did and was deeply driven by professional growth. But when I started my family, something shifted. Read More>>