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Topic
Work/Life Balance

Synopsis
With escalating demands on our time and attention, we may experience a personal kind of koyanisqatsi, a Hopi word meaning “out of balance, life in chaos.” It seems as if no one has enough time to do everything they want to do, even — and especially — the really important things that connect them to loved ones, their purpose and passions, and their spiritual and artistic pursuits. It seems we are always one step behind the life we truly want to live.

How do we get things under control and experience more of the elusive balance? Perhaps we learn new skills, like time management, goal setting, prioritization, and planning. Do these work? What is a balanced life? What, truly, produces the feelings of being koyaanisqatsi? What can we do to bring more harmony, joy, and efficiency to our living? How do we get things under control and experience more of the elusive balance? What is a balanced life? This talk will provide some startling re-frames of the traditional conversation about work life balance and practical suggestions on how to life a more fulfilling and creative life.

Target Audience
Harried business people who feel their true life is out of reach because of professional demands and commitments.

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