I'm not sure how I feel about this quote. I love what I do and work hard at it, so I still need to manage my limits.
Life is busy for many of us, that goes without saying. Work can get busy, as can the pressure to be everything to everyone in our personal lives.
If you're feeling under pressure:
At work, speak with your supervisor or manager about expectations. Gain clarity on what they expect of you, not just what you think they expect. Even better - compile a list of your workload/tasks and deadlines. They may be unaware of just how much you have on your plate.
In your personal life, it comes down to communication again. Being able to communicate what your limits are. It may be as simple as, "I need some time to myself this weekend, but let's catch up next weekend."
As someone self-employed, here's what I like to do:
Mix it up. I like to alternate tasks, switching when I get tired. I might write a couple of emails, then work on a programme for an upcoming workshop, and then connect with a client or two. Labouring through tasks until they are fully completed often ends with feeling stuck in the mud. Mixing it up brings variety, excitement, replenishment, and satisfaction.
I build balance into my day. Balance for me looks like meeting people for coffee, regular exercise, and getting lost in a movie at the end of the day. If I feel overwhelmed; I stop and go for a run, do a workout, or relax with a cuppa for 20 minutes.
So what are your limits, and how do you manage them?
Let's talk!