Remote work has opened the doors to flexibility, freedom, and work-from-anywhere lifestyles. It’s no longer just a trend but a long-term shift in how many people collaborate. While it comes with its perks, remote work also requires a certain level of discipline, awareness, and communication that isn’t always talked about. Building trust and maintaining a… Continue reading Remote Work Etiquette That Builds Trust and Team Spirit
Category: Work-Life Balance
Evenings Like This Are Everything
After a long day of work, when emails blur into one another and tasks pile up quicker than they get ticked off, the only thing that brings me back to life is time spent with my daughter and husband. It doesn’t have to be anything big or extravagant — just small things that remind us… Continue reading Evenings Like This Are Everything
When a Day Feels Like a Week
Today has felt like an entire week squeezed into a single stretch of sunlight. You know those days that drag on endlessly, when your brain feels like it’s been wrung out like a sponge? That’s exactly where I am right now—exhausted, mentally drained, and honestly, in desperate need of a long vacation. Not just a… Continue reading When a Day Feels Like a Week
They Won’t Ask Forever
There’s a quiet truth that settles into your heart once you become a parent—your child will not always need you the way they do right now. The tiny hands that reach for yours, the eager voices that call your name, the constant demand for your attention—it all feels endless in the moment. But it isn’t.… Continue reading They Won’t Ask Forever
Friends and Colleagues: Knowing the Difference and Finding the Balance
Friendship is one of the most rewarding parts of life. We all need people we can trust, laugh with, and lean on. But then there’s another kind of relationship that plays a big role in our lives: the people we work with. Colleagues. Sometimes we spend more time with them than with our own families.… Continue reading Friends and Colleagues: Knowing the Difference and Finding the Balance
The Art of Logging Off: Finding Harmony Between Hustle and Home
In a world that glorifies being busy, logging off has quietly become a radical act. The more accessible work becomes through smartphones, emails, and remote logins, the blurrier the lines grow between where your job ends and where your life begins. For many, the day doesn’t stop when they leave the office. It just changes… Continue reading The Art of Logging Off: Finding Harmony Between Hustle and Home
When Success Steals Your Evenings: Redefining Ambition Without Losing Yourself
You work hard. You care. You want to grow, do more, be more. There’s pride in that—wanting to succeed. But sometimes, the line between ambition and self-abandonment starts to fade. You tell yourself it’s just a season, just this project, just one more quarter. Before you know it, you’re always tired, always behind, always somewhere… Continue reading When Success Steals Your Evenings: Redefining Ambition Without Losing Yourself
What to Do When Work Gets Frustrating (Because It Will, Sometimes)
Let’s be honest—work isn’t always going to feel good. Even if you love what you do, even if you’ve landed your “dream job,” there are going to be days where it all feels like a bit too much. Maybe you’re tired of the meetings that could’ve been emails. Or your ideas aren’t being heard. Or… Continue reading What to Do When Work Gets Frustrating (Because It Will, Sometimes)
My Harvard Online Journey: Lessons in Data Science and Discipline
My journey with Harvard Online has been nothing short of transformative. When my company announced scholarship opportunities for the Data Science Principles course, I knew I had to apply. This was the only Harvard course my company offered, and I was fortunate to be selected. The moment I received confirmation that I was granted the… Continue reading My Harvard Online Journey: Lessons in Data Science and Discipline
Striking a Balance Between Ambition and Well-Being in Your Career
In today’s fast-paced world, ambition is often viewed as a driving force behind success. We are constantly encouraged to push ourselves further, achieve more, and reach new heights in our careers. However, amidst the pursuit of career goals and personal growth, it’s crucial to maintain a sense of well-being. Finding the right balance between ambition… Continue reading Striking a Balance Between Ambition and Well-Being in Your Career
Finding Balance: Cherishing Weekends and Generous Leave in Germany for Family Time
In Germany, where I work, I’ve come to appreciate something that may seem simple but has a huge impact on my life: weekends and generous vacation days. As an employee, having two days off every week and 30 days of annual leave has really improved my work-life balance, especially when it comes to spending quality… Continue reading Finding Balance: Cherishing Weekends and Generous Leave in Germany for Family Time
