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How do you balance work and home life?

Work-life balance. It’s a buzzword tossed around in offices, splashed across LinkedIn, and preached by managersyet it’s rarely achieved. Worse, it’s often misunderstood. Have you ever met a boss who raves about the importance of “balance” while slyly passing their workload onto you? I’ve been there, and let me tell you, those moments aren’t fun. The Reality of Juggling Work and Life Some time back, I was living solo in Kerala, managing a massive house while working remotely. My days were a whirlwind: cooking, cleaning, gardening, shoppingand, oh yeah, a skyrocketing office workload. My 16-hour daily schedule was brutal. The demands at work had quadrupled, and then came the kicker: I was asked to take on even more tasks. It felt like the universe was testing me, and I was failing. Exhausted and overwhelmed, I made a tough callI moved back to Mumbai. Why? Because home life there is easier… How do you balance work and home life?

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What is your favorite holiday? Why is it your favorite?

I don’t celebrate any holiday. I work the same hours every daywhether it’s office tasks, cleaning, cooking, or other daily responsibilities. This might sound monotonous, but it’s intentional. My philosophy is simple: prevent work from piling up. By spreading tasks evenly across all days, I avoid the overwhelming stress that hits after a vacation. My relaxation? Sleep. Every night, I look forward to closing my eyes and sinking into a peaceful, dreamless escape. It’s like a mini-vacation I get to enjoy 365 days a year.

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When do you feel most productive?

I am most productive when given the freedom to create without boundaries, guided by a clear goal. My best ideas flow in moments of solitude, free from distractions or noise, when the world feels calm. I suspect many of us feel the same. Rising early, I retreat to a quiet space where silence fuels my productivity. While I can work amidst chaos, my mind truly shines in stillness.