The relationship between your personal life and professional life can be a difficult one, and trying to maintain a work/life balance is even more so. If you feel you are becoming overwhelmed and that the equilibrium between the two is seriously out of whack, there are a number of tips you can follow to help.
The first tip is very simple — don’t let yourself panic. There are modest, recoverable steps that you can take to address the situation. Now is not the time to fire an employee, get a divorce or purchase a new computer system. Perhaps you could talk to a therapist, coach or even a close friend to try and get perspective.
Another good tip is just to tell the truth. We often get into a pattern of trying to please others or live by standards which are not ours. If you can see the areas where you have been less than forthright, then clean them up and become clear about your motives.