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Work life balance is BS

This Working Life

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Rethinking Work-Life Balance

This chapter critiques the traditional work-life balance, advocating for a shift towards 'life-work balance' that prioritizes personal fulfillment over professional obligations. Through personal stories and research, it highlights how societal pressures influence career choices and discusses the subjective nature of balance in relation to individual well-being. Ultimately, the chapter emphasizes managing energy and being present in the moment as more fulfilling approaches than striving for an elusive equilibrium.

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