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By: Ari Lestariono

Ari Lestariono — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 05:01:12 +0000

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By: Georgia

Georgia — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 13:34:56 +0000

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By: Hump Day Reading for the Restless Soul — Write From Home

Hump Day Reading for the Restless Soul — Write From Home — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 07:23:07 +0000

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By: Mary

Mary — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 13:57:13 +0000

Love this post. You validate what I’ve been struggling with . Talking to my family and developing verbal agreements helps. When they understand what you need and agree to take certain steps to help you achieve it, it ends misunderstandings. Plus you can always remind them of what they agreed to, should they slip!

I just dumped some obligations that were taking time away from paid freelancing, and I feel such tremendous relief. Give it a try – it’s worth the initial discomfort.

By: Beu

Beu — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 00:48:18 +0000

When I’m really stressed out I try to do at least an hour of hard exercise. It makes me too tired to worry about things that I can’t control and the endorphins help.

I’d suggest joining a rec sports league in your area. You should be able to find a league that fits your skill level. A good roll in the hay works wonders as well.

By: Melek

Melek — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 14:39:04 +0000

when i’m pressed for time, but still need a break, i’ll take lunch AWAY from my desk. That way, i don’t feel too guilty (bc heck, even freelancers should get a lunch break). And, i pair it with reading a good book while i eat. Then i come back to my desk refreshed and ready to go.

Also, if you can handle the responsibility, get a dog. They’re great at making you get up and go outside multiple times a day. :)

By: QuietRebelWriter

QuietRebelWriter — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 21:20:26 +0000

Great point about the need for restorative downtime. No matter how many breaks I take during the day while still seated in my chair, my ass growing numb while I scour blogs, it never feels as good and refreshing as reading a book, taking a walk, or otherwise unplugging.

By: Kimberly Beaven

Kimberly Beaven — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 17:33:01 +0000

Impeccable timing on this one. We all need to be reminded about the balance and not burning out. Very difficult to do, but soooo necessary. And Selene, I loved your comment above – yes, do not ask my family if I am achieving true balance. They might just answer you.

By: Mason Hipp

Mason Hipp — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 16:05:41 +0000

Selene, I think that a healthy work/life balance needs to be every freelancers New Years Resolution :-)

This article has a lot of good ways to achieve that balance. I think one of the most important points is the idea of taking “regenerative” breaks, and not just mind-numbing ones.

Of course, finding good things to do can sometimes be tricky.