There’s a season of life where everything feels full.
Full-time work.
Building a brand from the ground up.
Raising three teenagers in a blended family.
Trying to stay healthy, present, connected, and grounded through it all.
And in that fullness, I’ve learned something important....
Balance isn’t about doing everything, it’s about being intentional with what you can hold.
I don’t get it right every week. But I do try to live with structure, because structure is what allows me to keep showing up, for my family, my work, my friendships, and myself.
Structure Over Chaos
For me, structure is self-care.....When my days have rhythm, my mind feels calmer. When decisions are made in advance, I conserve energy for the things that matter. This is especially true in a busy household with teenagers, where the mental load can quickly become overwhelming.
Food (nutrition) is one of my biggest anchors. I shop by Friday so weekends feel lighter. We rotate meals weekly — Family Pasta night on Sunday and Taco Tuesdays (swapped out for nachos or other Mexican choice) are weekly staples, along with a meat and veg night, and a curry or stir-fry dish on other nights. And Friday night steak burgers always feels like a treat without the stress. Either way I aim for a variety of meat and vegetables in every meal.
It’s not about being rigid. It’s about being prepared. Leftovers become lunches. Snacks are ready. Pantry staples are stocked. And because these decisions are made ahead of time, weekdays feel calmer and more manageable.
Health as a Non-Negotiable
Fitness works the same way.
Movement, protein, sleep, these aren’t “nice to haves” for me anymore. They’re non-negotiables because they allow me to keep up with the life I’ve built.
I schedule my workouts the same way I schedule meetings. Not because I’m obsessed with training, but because I know how quickly my own health can slip down the priority list if I don’t protect it.
That said, balance also means knowing when to flex....Balance isn’t rigid. It’s not about sticking to your plan no matter what. It’s about knowing when to adjust without guilt.
When Balance Shifts...And Friendships Feel It
This week, I had a conversation with a friend that really stayed with me. They shared that they don’t feel like they see me as much anymore, and that it felt like I didn’t care.
The truth is, I care deeply. But the way my time looks right now is different.
I used to be the organiser of our group, the planner, the one who would get everyone together. As my business has grown, I’ve had to loosen that role. And while that shift has been necessary, it’s also impacted some friendships in ways I didn’t fully realise.
It was a reminder that even when our intentions are good, people can still feel the change.
What I’m learning is that connection doesn’t have to look like big weekends away or long, elaborate plans. It can be a text checking in. A walk along the river with a coffee. Swapping one training session for connection, because rest and recovery matter too, and so do relationships.
Balance isn’t static. It shifts with the season.
The Weekend Reset
Weekends are where we reset.
Justin and I clean together, usually early morning after the gym, and once the house is done, we’re free. Free to plan, to slow down, to enjoy Sunday walks, baking with the girls, and those small moments that make the week ahead feel lighter.
These rituals aren’t about perfection. They’re about intention.
What Balance Really Looks Like
Balance, for me, isn’t about having equal time for everything.
It’s about:
• Structure that supports my energy
• Flexibility when life calls for it
• Letting go of control where I need to
• And giving myself grace in a very full season
Some weeks feel smooth. Others feel messy. Both are normal.
If you’re in a season where everything feels full, I hope this reminds you that balance doesn’t come from doing more.
It comes from doing less but doing it on purpose.
Balancing Business, Working Full-Time & Raising 3 Teens (Without Burning Out)
There’s a season of life where everything feels full.
Full-time work.
Building a brand from the ground up.
Raising three teenagers in a blended family.
Trying to stay healthy, present, connected, and grounded through it all.
And in that fullness, I’ve learned something important....
Balance isn’t about doing everything, it’s about being intentional with what you can hold.
I don’t get it right every week. But I do try to live with structure, because structure is what allows me to keep showing up, for my family, my work, my friendships, and myself.
Structure Over Chaos
For me, structure is self-care.....When my days have rhythm, my mind feels calmer. When decisions are made in advance, I conserve energy for the things that matter. This is especially true in a busy household with teenagers, where the mental load can quickly become overwhelming.
Food (nutrition) is one of my biggest anchors. I shop by Friday so weekends feel lighter. We rotate meals weekly — Family Pasta night on Sunday and Taco Tuesdays (swapped out for nachos or other Mexican choice) are weekly staples, along with a meat and veg night, and a curry or stir-fry dish on other nights. And Friday night steak burgers always feels like a treat without the stress. Either way I aim for a variety of meat and vegetables in every meal.
It’s not about being rigid. It’s about being prepared. Leftovers become lunches. Snacks are ready. Pantry staples are stocked. And because these decisions are made ahead of time, weekdays feel calmer and more manageable.
Health as a Non-Negotiable
Fitness works the same way.
Movement, protein, sleep, these aren’t “nice to haves” for me anymore. They’re non-negotiables because they allow me to keep up with the life I’ve built.
I schedule my workouts the same way I schedule meetings. Not because I’m obsessed with training, but because I know how quickly my own health can slip down the priority list if I don’t protect it.
That said, balance also means knowing when to flex....Balance isn’t rigid. It’s not about sticking to your plan no matter what. It’s about knowing when to adjust without guilt.
When Balance Shifts...And Friendships Feel It
This week, I had a conversation with a friend that really stayed with me. They shared that they don’t feel like they see me as much anymore, and that it felt like I didn’t care.
The truth is, I care deeply. But the way my time looks right now is different.
I used to be the organiser of our group, the planner, the one who would get everyone together. As my business has grown, I’ve had to loosen that role. And while that shift has been necessary, it’s also impacted some friendships in ways I didn’t fully realise.
It was a reminder that even when our intentions are good, people can still feel the change.
What I’m learning is that connection doesn’t have to look like big weekends away or long, elaborate plans. It can be a text checking in. A walk along the river with a coffee. Swapping one training session for connection, because rest and recovery matter too, and so do relationships.
Balance isn’t static. It shifts with the season.
The Weekend Reset
Weekends are where we reset.
Justin and I clean together, usually early morning after the gym, and once the house is done, we’re free. Free to plan, to slow down, to enjoy Sunday walks, baking with the girls, and those small moments that make the week ahead feel lighter.
These rituals aren’t about perfection. They’re about intention.
What Balance Really Looks Like
Balance, for me, isn’t about having equal time for everything.
It’s about:
• Structure that supports my energy
• Flexibility when life calls for it
• Letting go of control where I need to
• And giving myself grace in a very full season
Some weeks feel smooth. Others feel messy. Both are normal.
If you’re in a season where everything feels full, I hope this reminds you that balance doesn’t come from doing more.
It comes from doing less but doing it on purpose.