‘Work-life balance’ has been part of the workplace chatter for years now. However, today, if we deeply analyze the subject, we’re going to find that, even if we maintain the scales between work and our personal lives, we’re still part of a juggling act, constantly switching between tasks, which becomes stressful eventually.
The question now remains of how we address this challenge. Eliminating daily tasks or relationship commitments is not an option. But instead, we must shift the focus on improving our overall physical and mental wellness to meet these challenges and transform ‘work-life balance’ into ‘work-life joy’- aiming not just to reduce stress in performing our roles, but also to derive joy from it.
Here’s what we can do to kick-start our fitness journey within our stuffed schedules:
Walking meetings
Why are meetings or one-to-one general reviews that do not require much computer data, or any kind of equipment, restricted to the office rooms? Take a stroll outside, and have a conversation on the go – while keeping our physical health intact, this practice will also boost creative ideas which will be a win-win.
Stretching breaks
We can’t leave work in the middle of the day and head to the gym. But once in a few hours, we need to remind our body that we aren’t neglecting it. Set up hourly reminders to take a break, get up and stretch out.
Morning Rituals
What can be better than building a morning ritual? Go for a small walk, or maybe a few minutes of meditating. These things go a long way in determining our emotions for the day. Emotions which affect not just us, but also those around us.
Convertible desks
Setting up a convertible standing desk at our workplace allows movement of our body without hampering the productivity of our work.
In fact, the only way productivity can go with these practices is ‘up’.
Deskercise
Simple exercises like seated leg raises and desk push-ups which we can do without leaving our desks project benefits as far as reducing muscle stiffness, improving blood circulation and boosting our energy levels.
It’s about time we break free from the traditional view of ‘work-life balance’ and shift to a new perspective of ‘work-life joy’ whereby prioritizing physical fitness and mental wellness every day.
-Rajiv Talreja
Asia’s Leading Business & MSME Coach
About Rajiv Talreja:
Rajiv Talreja is the Founder of Quantum Leap Learning Solutions Pvt Ltd, Asia’s Largest MSME Business Coaching Company. He started his entrepreneurial journey at 20, founding Quantum Leap. Despite early setbacks, he re-educated himself by interviewing 300+ entrepreneurs, leading to his bestselling book “Lead or Bleed.” He organized the popular Business Breakthrough Seminar and created The Business P.A.C.E. Program, benefiting over 20,000+ entrepreneurs.
Quantum Leap, once a Corporate Training Company, has grown into Asia’s Largest MSME Business Coaching Company, helping 1,00,000+ entrepreneurs with training and coaching. Rajiv is also a serial investor, supporting startups and creating jobs. His TEDx talk and interviews reflect his journey. Besides his business, he’s an avid traveller, dedicated husband, and philanthropist supporting education, animal care, and healthcare causes.
