Finding Your Perfect Balance

February 22, 2010 by Taylor Studios in Professional & Industry Tips

I met with a financial planner this week. I was told to come armed with my goals and dreams. When we first started chatting he asked how things were going. I started talking about Taylor Studios. He abruptly said, “No, what are you doing for you personally.” I mentioned a ski trip I took last year and horses. I love to spend time on my farm and with my horses. I love being outside. Riding my horses through the woods or fields is one of life’s best gifts. I also enjoy the challenge of training a horse.

Betty & Lexi
People often talk of having balance in their life. I don’t subscribe to the usual definition of a perfect balance between work and life. I encourage people to find their bliss. If you love what you do, it is not work. Not everything I do at Taylor Studios is fun. I don’t particularly like paying bills. However, last week I got to drive through the beautiful hills of PA. I saw elk! I saw snow covered hills, beautiful farms, lots of wilderness and met some great people. I put in a 50 hour week. Do you call that work?

Maybe the question of balance is too personal for society to push a general definition onto others. If you are passionate about your work and you find happiness in overcoming work’s challenges, isn’t working endless hours at your bliss, your balance? Maybe other people in your life are not happy with your definition of balance? Maybe it isn’t a balance question but a relationship question?

Actions speak louder than words. If you want a different balance in your life make it happen. I spend most weekends hanging with the horses. You can often find me with them in the evenings, too. When the weather warms I’m determined to leave work by 4:00 a couple times a week to enjoy more outdoor horse time. I also love many other things like reading, taking photos, country drives, skiing, travel, etc. I just wish days were longer so I could pack it full.

What is your perfect balance? Do you follow your bliss in life?

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