WORK/LIFE BALANCE . Julie (nomadicbernique.com) “The hardest thing? Finding that notorious work/life balance that lets you work but also enjoy your trip. What’s the point of being a digital nomad if you’re spending twelve hours a day in front of your screen?” Jessica (wijdoenhetanders.com) “Many digital nomads have the feeling that they’re missing out if they’re not doing something . After all, they’re visiting beautiful destinations and then they quickly feel the pressure to be constantly on the move.” HOW TO FIND A GOOD WORK/LIFE BALANCE Organize your time : It’s tempting to combine work and play, but you’ll soon discover that it’s better to separate the two. Make a routine and force yourself to set up work blocks and stick to them. Take breaks : Whether you work in 25-minute pomodoros with 5 minute breaks, or you set a hard deadline for stopping every evening, find a way to incorporate breaks. You are not a machine. And your mental health, overall well-being and productivity improve when you take regular breaks. Experiment with slow travel : You’ve got plenty of time to see the world. You might enjoy staying somewhere for six months or even a year. Get to know the language and the culture. Remember that balancing takes work : When was the last time you tried to stand on one foot with your eyes closed? Ever tried acro-yoga? Not so easy, right? As any yogi knows, balancing takes active work, focus and a lot of muscle training. Go easy on yourself and just keep practicing work/life balance until you get it right. It will require self-awareness, experimentation and self-forgiveness.
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