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Having energy to do the things you want to do

PlanIdentify myths of work life balanceDiscuss consequences of imbalanceChart a course for “life balance”

PlanIdentify myths of work life balanceDiscuss consequences of imbalanceChart a course for “life balance”

DisclosuresI am not balanced!Some may say that I am quite imbalanced!No connection to books or

floydconsulting.com- just enjoyed reading and learning.

Origin of “Work Life Balance”Initial use 20 years ago!

Employee satisfaction surveys

Time management

Can you have it all? Do it all?Work and life need to be balancedWork is not part of your lifeYou need to sacrifice personal life to succeed at

work

You Can do it all and have it all

Be intentional about choicesYear goes by what have I done- not planned out“Rhythm of life”

Work is not part of your life

Work and life need to be balanced

What is Life Balance?

Definition- the degree to which an individual is able to

simultaneously balance temporal, emotional, and behavioral demands of work and family responsibilities.

Broadly- maintaining an overall sense of harmony in life

stressorsNursingHealth careFamilyMoneyConflicting demands

Consequence of imbalance– stressA sustained lack of balance can lead to feelings

of frustration, inadequacy and guilt

Societal viewsWhat is in it for me?If it feels good – do it?What’s the least I can do to get by?

? Problems with those views and teamwork

Who has the answers?• You….

•What do you like about your life?•What don’t you like?• If you won megabucks

what would you do differently?

Don’t just let life happen- be part of it!

What is the best way to live?

What do you want?Have to have somethingPleasure or satisfaction?

You make the choice• Satisfaction comes

from fulfillment

• Cultivate your passion

Nursing process approachAssessment- measure where are you

Outcome measurement- can not improve if don’t know where you are

Off Balance by Matthew KellyPersonal and professional satisfaction survey

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20 lowest100 highest

10-20 dissatisfied21-39 moderate—need work40-50- deeply satisfying

Diagnosis:

Setting goalsTGROW model (Richardson)Topic- what makes a good day- Goal- what are your valuesReality- how much does water weigh?Options– choices dailyWay forward- core habits

need energy- body mind spirit- renew

InterventionsMimi’s 4 R’s to cultivate passion in your

practiceUnderstand your valuesMaximize your Energy- mind- body -spiritMaximize your Time

wasters- email – base allocation on priorities- set 1-2 hours each day to work on most import projects

Focus on excellence be the best you can be

AWHONN CARINGCommitment to professional and social responsibility. Accountability for personal and professional contributions.Respect for diversity of and among colleagues and clients. Integrity in exemplifying the highest standards in personal and

professional behavior. Nursing excellence for quality outcomes in practice,

education, research, advocacy and management. Generation of Knowledge to enhance the science and practice

of nursing to improve the health of women and newborns. (AWHONN, 2009 ) .

EvaluationReassess- take quiz every 3-6 months see if

you do betterAccountable- do it with a friend

Search for balance is a life long endeavor that includes self reflection and examination of one’s values and goals

Mimi’s 4 R’sRemember why became a nurseRigorous education and accountabilityReflect – good and bad experiencesRenew

Take charge of your life and career- motivate yourself. Satisfaction with your job is the key to keeping the passion alive personally and professionally

Passion for life comes from clarity of purposelearning to make choices is integral to a rich and fulfilling life