“Balance is not better time management, but better boundary management. Balance means making choices and enjoying those choices.”
Betsy Jacobson
Have you ever looked up from your work to realize hours had slipped by, leaving you disconnected from the people or priorities that matter most? I know that feeling all too well. In pursuing productivity or passion, I often lose myself in the task. Time dissolves, and with it, opportunities to be present with loved ones or recharge personally.
This isn’t just about work-life balance. It’s about honoring the boundaries that safeguard what we value most. Jacobson reminds us that balance isn’t about squeezing more into a day; it’s about saying no when needed and fully embracing the yeses we choose. Boundaries aren’t walls; they’re the architecture of a life of intentionality.
Balance isn’t perfection. It’s the art of trade-offs. Without boundaries, we risk burnout and hurt the people who depend on us. By managing boundaries, we ensure our actions align with our priorities.
What’s one boundary you need to set this week? Protect it like it’s sacred. That’s where balance begins.
