Soft Life Freelancing: Finding the Balance Between Success and Mental Well-Being (Guest Post)

Today, freelancing has become a popular and lucrative career opportunity. Freelancing has tons of benefits. Most importantly, it gives people a certain type of freedom. It can be the perfect way for you to work on your own terms and to organise your life however you might want to.

However, this freedom comes with a price – it can be tricky to secure the right balance between your professional and private life. Luckily, there are ways to improve this and start a healthy and harmonious schedule. Here are some of the best practical tips to help you achieve the ideal work-life balance.

Have a Separate Workplace   

If you want to create a solid line between your personal and professional life, you should do it quite literally. A big issue for remote workers is that the boundaries are quickly blurred when they work from your kitchen table or, in some cases, bed.

If you want to avoid this, you can do it simply by dedicating a specific spot for your home office. If possible, this should be a private space where you won’t be disturbed by your family members. It should be a peaceful place without noises or distractions.

Choose the right furniture too. Your home office should be well-equipped with the perfect chair and desk that fit you flawlessly. Furthermore, ensure that your office has a stable internet connection to always be available to your colleagues.

Respect Your Working Hours

Freelancing refers to not having a strict work-related schedule. However, too much freedom can sometimes backfire. In this case, having no temporal obligations may lead you to poor organisation or procrastination.

Your home being your workspace can make it pretty confusing, when it comes to starting or finishing the workday. On the other hand, setting some working hours for yourself will help you avoid both overworking and underperforming.

When setting your working hours, try to be as realistic as possible. Your main focus should be convenience. You don’t need to work 9-5. Instead, try to think of your lifestyle and your preferences. Are you an early bird or do you prefer to work later in the day? When are you most likely to be alone in the home? How many breaks do you normally take?

Focus on Self-Care

It is rather easy to get lost in your work. However passionate you are about your work, or however important your job may be, your well-being should always be your priority. Taking care of your physical and mental health should always come first.

The best way to practice self-care is to treat yourself properly. For instance, you could have a special spa day and experience something new, a hot stone massage. A brand new haircut or some beautiful Lash extensions will make you feel better about yourself and bring you a new wave of confidence.

Paying special attention to your diet is another form of practicing self-care. Make sure to eat healthy and nutritious food from reliable vendors. Don’t forget about hydration either. Drink a lot of water and get enough rest for your body and mind to function properly. Work out whenever you have the time, especially if you spend a lot of time sitting down in front of various screens.

Delegate Household Chores

If you don’t live on your own, your family might take your job for granted. For some reason, people tend to believe that working from home comes with minimal obligations. On the contrary, working remotely can be pretty tiring and time-consuming.

Whenever possible, you should delegate your household chores. Make sure to include your family and get them to help out as much as they can. If possible, you can also seek professionals to clean thoroughly or to look after the kids, if they’re young.

Having a community is crucial for mental well-being. Freelancing may sometimes feel lonely and having people around you who support you is essential. Finding people with the same routine might be a pretty therapeutic experience. Besides your colleagues, you can look at some online forums and find like-minded people all around the world.

Conclusion

Work-life balance is essential both for professional success and your mental well-being. Focusing on this harmony can bring you amazing long-term results and help you live a more meaningful life.