As parents of 3 children, our family and work-life are in a constant plan and re-scheduling cycle. Because someone gets sick or there is a school holiday or any other reason.
So, what can I do?
The most important is: Don’t panic and carry a towel!
Second, I usually combine these tools: the 4D-s technique and prioritising square.
- Drop – not important, not urgent
- Delegate – not important but urgent, and someone else can do it for you
- Delay/Defer – important but not urgent
- Do – important, urgent and can do quickly
It is sometimes hard, especially with family duties when you have teamwork with your partner. One thing I find personally tricky is keeping the balance between work-life-me time. Like many clients, I was used to giving up my self-care time for work or family. I love the analogy that mums are the fireplace of the home, which I think can be true. However, we need to take care of our inner flame and refill our batteries. The idea of parenthood is not just about giving everything to our children but showing them a role model. And if they see if we’re on the phone or laptop all the time, if we never give a moment to ourselves, they’ll recreate this dynamic in their lives too. Honestly, I found this terrifying. That is why I found useful the prioritising square and sometimes put myself first but last.
The question I’d like to ask: How do you love yourself?
If this resonates with you or you have any thoughts or questions about this, please don’t hesitate to contact me. Have a lovely week!
Eva Moricz Coaching 
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