Achieving Balance: Why You’ve Got It Wrong & How to Get It Right

"I need more balance in my life!”

Sound familiar? It's a phrase we hear—and say—all too often. Whether it's the December chaos or mid-year overwhelm, most of us spend a lifetime chasing this elusive idea of “balance.” But here’s a thought: what if we’ve got it all wrong?

The Myth of Balance

Despite what countless articles and wellness influencers may say, balance isn’t something you do—it’s something you feel about what you do. It’s not a goal you reach, like landing your dream job or finishing a marathon. Balance is not a verb; it’s a noun—an emotional or internal state.

And that’s where most of us get stuck. When we aim to "achieve balance," we often miss the point entirely.

So What Creates Balance?

One word: Choices.

Instead of chasing balance like a trophy, focus on the small, intentional choices you make each day. Each decision has the power to pull you towards or away from that calm, centred state of being we associate with balance.

• Saying yes to yet another obligation when your body is crying out for rest? That choice might move you away from balance.

• Turning off your phone an hour before bed and sinking into a good book? That’s a choice that moves you towards balance.

Choices Create the Sensation of Balance

It’s not about perfection. Even with awareness, we all go through cycles where life throws us off-kilter—kids, work, health, relationships, and unpredictable circumstances. But recognising that balance is a feeling that stems from consistent choices allows us to reclaim our power.

Rather than aiming to “balance” everything, aim to choose wisely—with your time, your energy, and your needs in mind.

The Takeaway

Balance isn’t a destination or a daily checklist. It’s an ever-evolving experience that grows from the decisions you make. So let go of the pressure to do it all or have it all figured out. Instead, become intentional with your choices, and you’ll begin to feel more balanced—without ever chasing it.

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