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The pursuit of perfect balance is driving many of us to burnout and feelings of inadequacy. But what if balance itself is a myth? In this thought-provoking conversation, we challenge the notion that women can or should "have it all" simultaneously.
As three entrepreneurs running our own businesses, we get vulnerable about our struggles with juggling multiple roles. Madi and Lauren share their recent business rebrands, revealing how alignment with their true purpose has shifted their energy. This leads us into a deeper examination of society's expectations, particularly for women, to excel in every domain while maintaining perfect composure.
We reference Felicity Harvey's illuminating book "Balance and Other Bullshit," which explores how the ideal of perfect balance is often unattainable and leads to feelings of failure. The conversation takes a fascinating turn as we look at Denmark's approach to life harmony – consistently ranked among the world's happiest countries, they prioritise community living, shorter workdays, and shared responsibilities and mention Little Book of Hygge, The Nordic Theory of Everything and Finding Hygge.
The real issue may not be our inability to balance it all, but rather the system itself. With women reportedly doing seven more hours of housework weekly than men (even when both work full-time), and mental health challenges skyrocketing, perhaps it's time to question what we're valuing. Are we human beings or human doings?
We offer practical suggestions for creating more harmony: setting clear boundaries, being okay with "good enough," creating shared responsibilities, maintaining flexible routines, and practicing the art of saying "no" without explanation. What part of your life might be okay to let go of or allow to be messy?
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