Finding Balance Every Day
- Jaqueline Grace
- Mar 26
- 5 min read
Life can often feel like a balancing act, with responsibilities, goals, and self-care all vying for attention. Achieving balance isn’t about perfection—it’s about finding a rhythm that works for you. In Words That Resonate this month, we’re exploring the theme of balance, focusing on how Aussie women of all ages find harmony in their daily lives. Through my work as a sound healer, I’ve had the privilege of connecting with many women during individual and group sessions.
We’ll take a look at a typical day through the lens of women in Australia of all ages, each with their unique set of responsibilities and challenges. These stories and insights are drawn from real-life experiences shared in a safe and supportive space, where sound healing helped create balance and clarity.
The Working Mum: Tips on balancing work, kids' schedules, and self-care.
The Single Professional: Managing a demanding career, personal life, and downtime.
The Retired Woman: Maintaining a sense of purpose and balancing health, hobbies, and relationships.
The Young Woman Starting Out: Juggling career beginnings, social life, and personal growth.
Read on for insights and inspiration that might just make your everyday life a little bit easier...
Finding Balance as a Working Mum
For many working mums, life is a delicate dance between school drop-offs, work deadlines, and family time. The pressure to be present in every role can feel overwhelming, but with the right strategies, balance is within reach. It’s all about setting boundaries, finding routines that work, and carving out small moments for self-care.
A typical day for Sarah, a working mum of two, starts at 6 a.m. with school lunches and a quick coffee before the morning rush. After drop-off, she switches gears to work mode, managing meetings and deadlines while fitting in a 10-minute stretch break at her desk. By 5 p.m., she's back in 'mum mode,' navigating dinner, homework, and bedtime.
Sarah keeps her balance by setting clear boundaries—she avoids work emails after hours and dedicates 15 minutes to a self-care ritual before bed, whether it’s reading a book or enjoying a cup of tea. She also creates small but meaningful family rituals, like a 'gratitude round
Sarah’s Top Tips for Balance:
Batch-cook meals on Sundays: This saves time and reduces weekday stress.
Set a 'no screens' rule after 8 p.m.: This helps everyone wind down and connect.
Create micro-boundaries: Even a 10-minute break can make a big difference in your day.
Balance for the Single Professional
Juggling a demanding job, maintaining a social life, and finding personal time can make balance feel elusive. Many single professionals find themselves stretched thin, trying to meet work deadlines while nurturing relationships and making time for themselves. Prioritising self-care rituals and learning to say no without guilt can be game-changers.
For Emily, a 32-year-old marketing executive, balance means managing work stress while still enjoying her personal life. Her day starts with a short meditation, helping her feel grounded before a busy schedule of meetings and creative projects. She schedules non-negotiable 'me time' and uses productivity tools like planners and apps to streamline tasks.
Emily sets a firm 'no work' rule after 7 p.m., dedicating her evenings to a yoga class or catching up with friends. She shares how burnout once forced her to reassess her habits. By setting boundaries with clients and protecting her weekends, she found more time for herself.
Emily’s Top Tips for Balance:
Use a planner: Schedule personal time just as firmly as work meetings.
Set boundaries with work: A clear end to the workday helps create more space for life outside the office.
Embrace self-care rituals: Whether it’s a daily walk, a relaxing bath, or simply sitting in silence, make it a priority.
Keeping Balance in Retirement
Retirement offers the freedom to set your own pace, but it also brings the challenge of creating a new sense of balance. With more open days, it’s important to find a rhythm that includes health, social connections, and fresh interests.
Margaret, 68, finds balance in her retirement by keeping a gentle structure to her days. After breakfast, she meets a friend for a walk, then spends the afternoon on her passion project—learning to paint. Her evenings are kept relaxed, often with a good book or a quiet session in the garden.
Transitioning from a busy career to slower days wasn’t easy for Margaret. She discovered that setting small goals, like attending a weekly class or volunteering, brought back a sense of purpose and direction. She learned to mix routine with spontaneity—planning regular activities while leaving space for the unexpected.
Margaret’s Top Tips for Balance:
Set small goals: Having a weekly class or project adds structure and purpose.
Stay connected: Regular catch-ups with friends or joining community groups help maintain social ties.
Embrace a mix of routine and spontaneity: A little planning is great, but so is leaving room for a surprise adventure.
Balance for Young Women Starting Out
Starting a career while building a personal life is a balancing act of its own. Young women often face the challenge of managing career ambitions with friendships, dating, and self-care. Developing healthy routines, setting boundaries, and finding ways to ground themselves can make this exciting phase of life more balanced and enjoyable.
Lara, 24, is just beginning her career in finance. She starts her day with a quick workout and a podcast, helping her enter the workday with energy. Her office life can be hectic, so she sets phone reminders to take short breaks to stretch or breathe.
After work, Lara focuses on unwinding, whether through a creative hobby or a casual meet-up with friends. She shares an experience of nearly burning out by saying 'yes' to everything and how learning to prioritise helped her find balance. Her advice: pick one 'must-do' for work and personal life each day, and let the rest flow naturally.
Lara’s Top Tips for Balance:
Set realistic goals: Focus on one key task each day and celebrate progress.
Create space to unwind: Build downtime into your schedule to recharge.
Prioritise self-care: Small habits, like a morning routine or evening wind-down, add up to a more balanced life.
Finding balance is an ongoing journey, and what works today might need to shift tomorrow. Whether you’re balancing work, family, friendships, or transitioning into new life stages, approaching each day with curiosity and kindness can make all the difference. Take a breath, find your rhythm, and remember—you’ve got this!
Sound healing can be a powerful tool on your journey to balance and calm. Whether through guided meditations, group sound baths, or one-on-one healing, I can guide you through practices that reduce stress, promote relaxation, and restore a sense of harmony. If you’d like to explore how sound healing can support your journey to a balanced and fulfilling life, I’d love to hear from you.
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