15. Does striving for work-life balance block true satisfaction?
From We Are The PowerKind · 11:51
Show by Noomi Melchior Natan
In this episode, Noomi explores the intriguing question of whether our desire for work–life balance might actually block one of the most satisfying elements of being human. She delves into the benefits and challenges of embracing healthy obsession, and shares practical advice on how to reset and recalibrate when needed.Key Ideas: The limits of striving for work–life balance and the guilt that often comes with it [00:06]The value and joy of healthy obsession in work, relationships and personal growth [01:15]How to recognise when obsession tips into unhealthy territory and the importance of building in resets [05:35] Practical ways to introduce healthy obsessions and create regular moments of reset [07:19]The role of mindful self–witnessing and compassionate boundary–setting while pursuing passions [10:24]Connect:Join the movement to build a world where kindness and power go hand-in-hand: 🠞 Sign up to Noomi’s newsletter: https://thepowerkind.com/newsletter 🠞 Get your copy of Journalling Worth Doing: https://thepowerkind.com/book 🠞 Join the Leadership Hour: https://thepowerkind.com/leadershiphour
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