Here are some tips that might help:
First get clear about setting your priorities and your boundaries.
- When you leave work, are you willing to leave it there?
- If the answer is “yes”, then make it clear that when you’re not at work, you’re not available. Then stick to it. Stop answering the business phone and emails.
- Don’t bring work problems home to your family. Break the habit of discussing work issues during personal time.
- Find effective tools unwind quickly after work so you can be present to whoever you’re with and whatever you’re doing. For example, Yoga and Meditation work well for me. I know someone who dances to unwind! Use your imagination…
- Block out time – plan ahead – for what is most important in your life – family, friends, love!
- Block out time – plan ahead – for healthy living; sports, eating well, spiritual growth or walks in the woods.
- Block out time – plan ahead – to enjoy life; art, music, love!
- Block out time – plan ahead – to be sure you’re doing what’s meaningful; volunteer, learn, get involved!
And the amazing thing is, when you take time for yourself, you have more to give; and often perform better at work too!