I stayed home when my kids were babies. However, ever since I've returned to work, finding a balance has been difficult for me. I know this is not a new concept: the working mom struggling to do it all, but it is still very prevalent for me.
During the school year, my balance definitely tends to lean toward the work end. When I was in the classroom, I felt such a responsibility to my kids at school that my kids at home would often be neglected. I thought this was one trend that might change when I became an instructional coach. However, I find that I still feel that sense of responsibility, just with adults rather than children. At the end of the day I want the adults in the building to say that I've made a difference for them. As a result, it seems that I'm putting in more time than ever.
So, my New Year's resolution is to find a better work/life balance. These are the three steps that I have in mind:
1. Do school work after the kids have gone to bed.
2. Stop doing school work for long enough to have a conversation with my husband (he may be the one most neglected in this whole situation!)
3. Set aside a specific time to work on the weekends and only work during that time.
I know that there are millions of working moms who would have a ton of other advice for me. I'd love to hear it!!
Krystal
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