The Self-Employed Life

993: Katie Keller Wood - Busting the Myth of Work-Life Balance

Jul 16, 2025
Katie Keller Wood, a Montessori educator and TEDx speaker, shares her insights on redefining work-life balance through her upcoming book, Alignment. She emphasizes the life mosaic metaphor, showcasing how work and personal life can harmoniously coexist. Katie challenges societal guilt around passionate work and highlights the importance of self-awareness and purpose. With a focus on embracing Montessori principles, she encourages lifelong learning and the integration of joy in all life areas, fostering fulfillment without burnout.
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INSIGHT

Love Your Purpose Work

  • Loving your work is a source of meaning and fulfillment, not shame.
  • Meaningful work strongly predicts human thriving.
INSIGHT

Don't Lose Yourself in Work

  • Not losing yourself means staying connected to your unique role and purpose.
  • Your cosmic task requires being grounded in yourself to best serve the world.
ANECDOTE

Personal Struggle With Balance

  • Katie tried strict rules on work and email but felt boxed in and joyless.
  • Work-life balance attempts felt legalistic, proving the concept didn't work for her.
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