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d y o n ur i F c e n a l ba Multi-tasking may have its merits, but when you’re feeling more stretched in life than in your Pilates class, it’s time to take action. This is how to balance the scales WORDS JES SALTER ILLUSTR ATION AUGUSTYNKA ART
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n a world curated by glossy images on social media, it can be hard to remember that the perfect job, friends, family, partner, kids, social life, reading list, exercise regime, matching crockery set doesn’t actually exist – even if Instagram would have you think otherwise. We know we can’t have it all – but that doesn’t stop us trying. The problem is, the harder we try to do, have and be everything, the more it can feel like we’re walking a tightrope. Something is bound to slip. The danger, of course, is that it’s you. In a frenetically-paced world, we all crave more balance in our lives. It’s essential for success, be it at home or at work, and for our wellbeing, both mentally and physically. But while there are nearly 15 million posts on Instagram captioned #Balance, it turns out that it’s more complicated than a selfie with a smoothie. It’s telling, then, that the theme for this year’s International Women’s Day is #BalanceforBetter. It’s an acknowledgement that, all over the world, women are struggling to find their own version of equilibrium, be it in their emotional lives, world of work, financial prospects, or relationships. Here are our expert tips on how to restore your balance, without interrupting your flow.
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