Episode 43 Summary
Feeling overwhelmed and stretched too thin? You’re not alone. On this episode of The Better Workday Podcast, Niamh Moynihan helps you make sense of why life feels out of balance and shares practical strategies to bring things back into alignment.
From late nights at work and missed family dinners to feeling like a zombie on weekends, this episode unpacks the three key drivers of imbalance—time, attention, and energy—and how they impact your work and personal life. Niamh offers straightforward guidance to make small but powerful changes so you can feel more in control of your time and priorities.
Key Highlights
Why life feels off balance
- Niamh explains how time, attention, and energy influence your sense of balance and well-being.
- Whether it’s struggling to finish your to-do list, being physically present but mentally checked out, or feeling too drained to enjoy downtime, understanding these underlying issues is key to moving forward.
Assess your current balance.
Niamh provides simple questions to help identify what’s being neglected and where imbalance may be creeping in.
- Are certain relationships feeling neglected?
- Do you feel stuck in a cycle of being always tired or constantly stressed?
- What's been sitting on your to-do list for weeks because you can't seem to find the time?
Small steps to bring back control
- Block 15–30 minutes a day for activities that refresh and matter most to you.
- Set clear boundaries, like switching off email notifications after dinner or making a “brain dump” voice note to clear your thoughts.
- Address energy issues by taking micro-breaks, drinking enough water, or going to bed earlier.
Why asking for support is vital.
No one has to do it all alone. Whether at work or at home, Niamh suggests ways to reach out to colleagues, family, or friends to share the load and reduce stress.
Journaling for clarity and progress
Niamh shares her personal journaling process with three simple prompts to reflect and build habits that stick:
- What worked well
- What didn't work
- What could be improved tomorrow
Practical Steps to Try This Week:
- Reflect on what’s pulling your time, attention, or energy—identifying the root cause helps you prioritise better.
- Block daily time, even in small portions, for what truly matters to you.
- Create boundaries like switching off notifications or delegating tasks to feel more focused and less overwhelmed.
Remember that finding your work-life balance is a personal journey – what works for one person might not fit your needs at all. Take time to identify the changes that will truly make a positive impact in your daily life, and start there.
Until next time, stay well and have a better workday.
Links & Resources:
- Related Episode 7 | How can I improve my one-to-one meetings?
- Download the Goal Ladder Guide to support you in setting and achieving goals to improve your work-life balance.
- Learn more about Niamh’s self-paced productivity course, The Better Workday Blueprint, to help you work smarter, not harder.
- Connect with Niamh for workshops, webinars, and keynote speaking for companies.
