Work/life balance. We read a lot about it in articles these days. For some, it means a seamless transition from a work mindset to a life mindset, depending on what's appropriate at the time.
One way I accomplish this aspect of balance in my life is a landmark on my 12-minute commute home from work. On my way home, I cross over an interstate. While on the bridge, I mentally close the door to work and begin thinking of my wife, my daughter in college, and my teenage son. I pick a thing about each one of them (something they like, or fear, or are interested in) and dwell on that for the remainder of my commute (about 4 minutes or so). I try to EMPTY my mind of work-related stuff and FILL my mind with family.
Now, before I go any further with this post, I must say this is a struggle for me at times. SOmetimes I forget. If I'm not thinking, I can bring work right into the house with me. Then my wife can see work smeared all over my face. But when I remember to do it, it really works.
This is possible to do, whether our commute is 5 minutes or an hour.
So, what's a landmark on your commute? How are you going to use it to make a significant transition from work (or ministry) to home?
Healthy work/life balance is one way of Serving Strong!
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