PadawanOfHappiness

As I am writing this mini series, I am having fun going back and looking at articles and posts that have helped me in the past.  One benefit I am getting by writing this mini series is that it helps me renew my focus and make tweaks to my current situation so that I don't become too comfortable. Earlier this week I wrote about keeping a schedule and I just rediscovered this article from Laura Vanderkam talking about a 50-50 split for a 30 hour work week .  As I re-read it there were certain points that still resonated with me, there were some points that now seem more reasonable.  Revisiting things can be a great way to help you make tweaks to your schedule because life changes and your schedules should too.  They don't have to be huge changes, but making small changes can make a big impact. I love the creativity with the way that Ms. Vanderkam has created that schedule, but I am not a huge fan of doing my work outside of what I consider traditional working hours....

I effectively have been working from home since 2017, even though not all of that time was spent working.  Part of that time I was completing my second degree online from the University of Massachusetts Lowell. To really succeed at creating a balance between your work life and your home life when you don't have to leave your home to work is something that many consider a dirty word. SCHEDULE I am well aware that not everyone finds a schedule brings them joy like they bring me, but just because something doesn't bring you joy doesn't mean you shouldn't do it.   Just keep in mind if you are not a lover of schedules, you probably have them and keep them already, and you don't need to have an overly detailed schedule if that makes you break out in hives.  Think of this schedule as guardrails, while they are sturdy they can change as necessary. Ultimately you have to find something that works for you and that means being honest with yourself when you create your schedule...