It’s always important to pause sometimes and take stock of what really matters to us the most in life.
The often monotony of day to day work can sweep us up and leave us searching for a reason for what we’re doing. As with most things in life, balance is key.
Below are some of my favorite work-life balance quotes to offer some perspective and get you through the day:
You will never feel truly satisfied by work until you are satisfied by life.
– Heather Schuck, Author
One of the mistakes that i’ve made was treating things that are important to my mind, my body, my spirit as something that I’m only supposed to do out of hours or on weekends.
– Simon Sinek, Inspirational Speaker
Balance is not something you find, it’s something you create.
– Jana Kingsford, Author
A good job can be both practically attractive while still not good enough to devote your life to.
Alain de Botton, Author
If you don’t have time for a break, you definitely need a break.
– Dominique Andersen, Actress
Don’t confuse having a career with having a life.
– Hilary Clinton, Politician
I prefer the phrase work life harmony, because I know that if I’m energized at work, happy at work and feel like I’m adding value as part of a team, that makes me better at home, it makes me a better husband, a better father.
Likewise if I’m happy at home it makes me a better employee and a better boss, all the things.
– Jeff Bezos, Entrepreneur
We need to do a better job of putting ourselves higher on our own to do list.
– Michelle Obama, Former First Lady
A career is wonderful, but you can’t curl up with it on a cold night.
– Marilyn Monroe, Actress
You can’t have everything you want, but you can have the things that really matter to you.
– Marissa Mayer, President & CEO
Better by far to be good and courageous and bold and make difference. Not change the world exactly, but the bit around you.
– David Nicholls, Novelist
Work-Life Balance Quotes Summary
Whatever your approach to work, always remember to find an approach that works for you, that makes you happy.
If you’d like to see how I balance my day, the post on My Work From Home Routine might give you a few ideas.
Or, if you’re looking for a change of pace this article on the best work-life balance jobs might be able to help.
James Waite
Founder of Remoteopia, James has worked in remote roles for 6 years. After a stint in recruitment, he now works as a director of website strategy in tech.
