Behind the Scenes: Balancing work, kids + self-care
Are you coping with working at home and taking care of your kids? And are you finding the time to practice some self-care as well? Today’s episode is both personal and practical. Robin shares the shifts that she and her family have made to thrive in this unique and unprecedented season. Stay tuned to find out more.
In today’s episode, Robin gives us a peek behind the scenes and talks about what her day-to-day life is looking like right now. She shares some practical tips for managing your kids while working at home, and she also discusses self-care and friendships. Be sure to listen in today to find out how Robin is managing to juggle her work, her kids, her marriage, her friends, and also finding the time for some self-care while being at home twenty-four hours a day.
Show highlights: what you can look forward to in this episode!
- Robin hopes to inspire you today, and help you figure out how to juggle all the different aspects of your life.
- Systems for working from home
- Being clear on priorities + finding structure in your day
- Juggling four kids at home
- How Robin is including self-care in her daily routine
- Finding time for friendships
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12 thoughts on “Behind the Scenes: Balancing work, kids + self-care”
You are wonderful! Enjoying this kick start to my new routine for better health!
Enjoyed your podcast! So down-to-earth. I’m a teacher. No more kids at home, but I’m teaching every day with my class. Your advice about self care is valuable and one we all should use wisely 😉 THANKS to the Balanced Life and Sisterhood – it’s such a refreshment to my ‘new’ routine of daily life!
We are so grateful to hear that, Karen! Thanks for doing such an important job! 🙂
Thank you for talking about your faith in this podcast! My adult daughter and I have always said…she is definitely a Christian! This is the first time I have had a chance to listen to a podcast. Mother of grown children, teacher by trade and remote ‘teaching’. This is my final year and such a sad way to finish, however, I have done my pilates every day which has been great!! Love the ‘grace over guilt’ line. Unfortunately, my daughter’s June wedding has been postponed til end of October. Even this is looking dubious especially since we live in the UK but are originally from Canada, many people, including grandparents will not be able to attend. They are waiting for the government office to open so they can get their hopefully get a licence and have our pastor marry them, even online, so they can start life together especially as there is a move asap when the restrictions lift. We are both members of the sisterhood and enjoy encouraging each other even though we are miles apart! Also, didn’t know about the app so will be getting that. Thanks Robin and God bless. You are such an encourager x
We are cheering for you in the midst of this difficult season! Love hearing that you and your daughter are both members and encourage each other!
Thanks Robin some great advice x
I actually am most impacted by your section on friendship! I’ve been feeling so guilty about the amount of time I’ve been able to connect with others… (I’m a people pleaser) it’s helpful to know that other people are struggling with it, too. And it’s okay to prioritize!! Not only okay, but necessary!
Yes, Jaimie! It is necessary! We are cheering for you!
Great advice Robin! I loved your podcast. Thank you so much for the wonderful advice 🙂
Everyone encounters a “mild” version of burnout – in situations where more stress than usual is required: exams, an emergency at work, children’s illness. When the situation is over, irritability, sleep disturbances, apathy, decreased motivation, depressive moods disappear, and desires return. Extra days off, sleep, time for yourself, vacation, sports are great help.
So for the last seven years, I’ve been struggling to work from home and take care of my kids, and I have very little time to look after myself, which sometimes makes me feel old.
We understand how challenging it can be to find time to care for yourself, that’s why The Balanced Life was created. If you can squeeze a few minutes in each day for time on your mat, you’ll be amazed at how it makes you feel. If you’re looking for a great place to start, I recommend you try this “5 Minute Pilates Stretching Routine” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aPN89GOsDaI&t=5s or this “Gentle Morning Pilates Routine https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wiYwVg8wsyI&t=5s. We think you’ll love how they leave you feeling! We’re cheering you on!