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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
Take your assessment at Floydconsulting.com
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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