Having a flexible work life is a gift I cherish the most. Unlike many who face the rigidity of a fixed routine, my current work setup provides me the freedom to structure my day as I want. This level of autonomy is something I do not take for granted, especially in a world where you have to face deadlines, strict bosses and rigid schedules, all of these feel so suffocating.
Presently, I work from home as a blogger. It's a role that comes with its challenges, but the flexibility it gives me is unmatched. No one breathes down my neck, nothing like deadlines haunting me and there is no fear of facing a stern boss when things don't go as planned. I begin and end my work at my own pace, choosing when and how to be productive. This freedom allows me to feel variety in my day, making every workday feel fresh and interesting.
For me, variety is key to avoiding boredom. I have deliberately avoided setting a fixed routine. Some days, I might begin my task very early in the morning, other days, I let myself linger with either entertainment from music or movies just like I have done in the past few days and also with a warm cup of coffee before diving into work later in the afternoon. This approach keeps my creativity alive ensuring that blogging never feels like a hard thing for me.
In addition to blogging, I have another side hustle which is teaching kids through home lessons. Teaching is a fulfilling job that I schedule around my blogging and personal time. The beauty of this setup is that I get to decide the days and hours that work best for me, making sure that my commitments do not interrupt other aspects of my life.
With this arrangement, I maintain control over my time, striking a balance that works for everyone involved. This level of freedom is something of value to me and I can't imagine trading it for a hectic, rigid job that doesn't allow me to breathe or forces me to choose work over personal well-being. I have seen how such an environment can drain people, leaving them stressed and unfulfilled.
In contrast, my current work setup allows me to focus not only on my professional growth but also on other goals and passions. As I look ahead, I hope this sense of freedom will extend to any full-time job I get later on. I want a work environment where I am respected and not threatened by an employer with the fear of losing my job or having to face constant scrutiny.
I want a job where my time and mental health are valued as much as the work I deliver. I believe that when employees are trusted and their flexibility is guaranteed without coercion, they thrive, and so does their work.
For now, I'm content with the way my life is structured. Flexibility has allowed me the freedom to live and work on my own terms, to explore my interests without feeling strained, and also to avoid the burnout that comes with a strict and rigid schedule. It's a balance that I value so much and one that I intend to carry forward in all my future ambitions.
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Finding a balance between our work life and personal life is very important, some work could be very draining and demanding, sometimes a little flexibility is needed
Yes, flexibility makes it possible to strike a balance to favour your personal time and mental health.
Flexibility is bae ooo! Just doing your thing at your own pace. What matters is that you do your job and you do it well. When you do it or the circumstances is just your business alone. One of the highlights of my day.😇
Yea. I also got to read your post and I saw we both have the same thing in common and it's so much fun.
Boredom is more toxic when you are getting directions from a boss due to rigid lifestyle. We need to be as flexible as we want to enjoy life.
You are so right. Boredom can be toxic. This is why we love work that allows flexibility and not just to work and work around the clock without taking rest.