Work-Life Balance
Work-life balance refers to the level of prioritisation between personal and professional activities in an individual’s life and the level to which activities related to their job are present in the home.
Work-life balance is a topical issue due to the increased amount of technology that removes the importance of physical location in defining the work-life balance. Previously it was difficult or impossible to take work from home and so there was a clear line between professional and personal.
Stress is a common feature of a poor work-life balance. In the information economy mental stress has been identified as a significant economic and health problem, causing by a perceived need of employees to do more in less time.
A key issue in the work-life balance debate is where responsibility lies for ensuring employees have a good work-life balance. The general feeling is that employers have a responsibility to the health of their employees; apart from the moral responsibility, stressed-out employees are less productive and more likely to make errors.
In other words, The idea of work-life balance is to attain overall well-being by recognizing and balancing the demands of one's personal and professional lives. In order to avoid excessive stress or burnout, it entails devoting time and attention to several facets of life, including work, family, health, social activities, and personal hobbies. Establishing boundaries, efficiently allocating time, and achieving a balanced work-life balance are crucial in promoting a happier, healthier way of living.
