The Art of Juggling Life: Stress, Balance, and Why Coaching Actually Works
Hi friends—I’m sitting here trying to write this blog, answering emails, sipping coffee (which is cold, again), and making sure my 89-year-old mom doesn’t accidentally FaceTime my clients again. Did I mention I’m also checking in with my daughter because I’m officially a grandma now (still feels surreal!)? Welcome to my real, slightly chaotic, beautifully balanced world as a CEO, single mom, recent grandma, and lifelong lover of family.
Today’s magic word is STRESS. And whether you’re an employee, a student trying to figure out work-life-study balance, or just navigating the daily whirlwind, stress is the uninvited guest at everyone’s party.
Reality Check: Stress is Everywhere
Did you know more than 70% of employees say they’re dealing with high levels of workplace stress? And let’s be real—it’s not just impacting performance; it’s messing with our mental health and even increasing workplace injury risks (who knew stress could literally hurt?).
But guess what: stress isn’t just personal—it’s social. Yes, stress is actually considered a social determinant of health—meaning the pressure we feel at work, the sense of job security we have (or don’t), and even our financial wellbeing at work directly impact our overall health.
Why I’m Obsessed with Coaching
As someone who’s navigated countless sleepless nights as a single mom, managed the anxieties of watching my daughter become a new mom (cue grandma stress!), and built a company from scratch, I’ll share my little secret: life coaching works. It’s not fluff—it’s real, practical, and, trust me, life-changing. Coaching can transform employee wellbeing, reduce financial stress, and genuinely improve job satisfaction. Plus, it’s way cheaper than therapy (trust me, I’ve checked!).
Organization: My Love-Hate Relationship
Confession: I haven’t always been organized. Ask my kids—they’ll gladly spill the tea. But guess what changed? I discovered being organized isn’t just good for productivity—it’s great for mental health. Organizing my calendar and workspace literally lowered my psychological stress. (Who knew color-coded sticky notes had therapeutic properties?)
If you’re a student trying to juggle work-life balance (or a brave soul attempting work-life-study balance), organization is your lifeline. Honestly, it’s mine too, especially when I’m running late to lead an employee health fair or jumping onto WebEx for another employee wellbeing workshop.
Real-Life Employee Engagement (Spoiler: it’s not about ping-pong tables)
After years consulting on workplace wellness, here’s what I’ve learned: employees need genuine support, like financial wellbeing programs, meaningful employee health screenings, and actual conversations about mental health. And guess what—when companies do this, employee engagement skyrockets. This isn’t theory—it’s experience.
Why This Matters to Me (and Should Matter to You)
I’m passionate about this because stress nearly derailed me multiple times—financial stress as a single mom, stress from running my own business, the stress of worrying about my aging mom, and now, the delightful yet exhausting stress of being a grandma. But what I’ve discovered through life coaching, being organized, and consulting with amazing workplaces, is this: stress doesn’t have to win.
So, here’s to tackling stress, getting organized (well, mostly), and embracing the beautiful chaos of life, work, family, and yes—even studying.
Ready to stress less, laugh more, and get your life together (sort of)? Me too.
Reach out if you need a quirky but real-life balance consultant—I promise you won’t regret it.