9- Make plans
Avoid working late or taking assignments home out of habit. Do it only when you have an urgent project deadline. It's not a wise career move to be a clock-watcher or an OA5 (out at 5) kind of guy, but it is a good idea to make plans after work a couple of days each week. It will get you out the door at a reasonable hour and refocus your attention.
Whether you plan to go out for a beer with your colleagues, workout at the gym or volunteer at a local shelter, making plans allows you to shift emotional and mental gears.
eliminate excesses
10- Listen to your body
If you feel ill or tired, do something about it. You're not doing anyone any good by turning up at work or football practice with a hacking cough. If you feel exhausted or are suffering from insomnia, remember that stress can manifest in physical symptoms and you may need some time off.
11- Eat well
If you find that you've developed a habit of drinking or eating too much, commit to cutting back a little. It's not always necessary to make major lifestyle changes; even minor adjustments can improve your health and well-being.
12- Exercise
Go to the gym or get involved in a sport. Spend time outdoors -- it's a good balance to life in the city. Take a walk in a city park, take a drive in the country or plan a relaxing weekend getaway in the mountains or at the beach. Turn the cellular phone off and enjoy the serenity. Breathe deeply and, for a few minutes, let go of all your worries. Exercising and reenergizing by doing something completely different will help you feel better.
a balancing act
"The price of anything is the amount of life you exchange for it."
-Henry David Thoreau
Many of us are workaholics and need to find the right balance of work and personal obligations. We need to allocate our time in a way that honors our commitments to our employers, to others and to ourselves.
Just a few small changes may be enough to make you feel more in control of your life, more relaxed and more fulfilled. For the good of your physical, mental and emotional health, assess all your needs and prioritize what's important to you. The benefits of achieving balance in your life will be worth it.