Hobbies = Sanity

When you move to a new location, finding balance in your life can be difficult. I was going to stay sometimes, but to be honest, it's always. In my adventures as a yearling stud colt trainer, dairy cattle sales rep, corporate affairs intern, and most recently student affairs professional, I've realized that no matter what you do or who you work with, you still need life outside of work to keep you balanced. Some golf, some run, and I ride horses.It's nothing against the wonderful people you work with or the type of work you do.

Work is Work and you can't allow it to overtake your life.

So how do you find the balance? The question is what do you like to do? Once you have established what you like to do in your free time, you've found your hobby."Freetime?" you might be asking. Yes, freetime, and you have to create it! Even movie watching can be classified as a hobby. Now all you have to do is set aside time for it!

Personally, I try to ride once a weekend but that doesn't happen often, so I also substitute for cooking classes and reading, other hobbies of mine. However, no matter what your hobby (or hobbies) is - take some time away from work. Find your balance and I promise you, you'll be more productive at work and a happier person! What's the twist you ask? - actually set aside time in your calendar or planner for you to commit to your hobby!! You could even try to make a hobby out of some of the suggestions from past posts - knitting, gardening, or home decorating!

Happy Homemaking!