Some people say balance is a myth. That it’s impossible to have it all. But I believe a well-balanced life isn’t only possible — it’s essential.
Not everyone wants a life balanced in the same way. Some people thrive on pushing limits and living on the edge. And that’s okay. But for many of us — especially those juggling work, family, health, and faith — a balanced life is something we quietly long for.
And it’s not about perfection. It’s about peace.
So, what does a well-balanced life feel like?
It’s a life where you’re not constantly running on empty. You feel connected — to yourself, to others, and to what really matters. You’re not just surviving. You’re living.
It’s not about chasing the best of everything. It’s about having enough of what makes you feel whole.
Let’s take a gentle look at what often makes up a life in balance:
1. Enough Money to Breathe
You don’t need millions. But you do need to be able to exhale when the school trip letter comes home, or when the car starts making that strange noise.
Money shouldn’t be a constant weight on your chest. When it is, everything feels harder.
2. The Ability to Get Where You Need to Be
Whether it’s a working car, a good bus route, or a reliable friend — being able to move through the world when and where you need to matters more than we realise.
3. A Friend (or Two)
We weren’t made to do life alone.
Whether it’s someone to laugh with, cry with, or just sit in silence next to — friendship is a quiet but powerful anchor in a balanced life.
4. Loving Connection
This might be a partner, or it might not.
But most of us need to feel deeply seen and loved. If you’re always giving love but never receiving it — that imbalance can wear you down.
5. Health — of Body and Mind
We can’t control everything, but we can care for what we’ve been given.
Getting enough sleep. Moving your body. Taking breaks. Talking about what’s on your mind.
Health is often what makes the rest of life possible.
6. Time That’s Yours
When your days are filled to the brim, it’s easy to lose yourself in the doing.
But balance requires space — space to rest, to reflect, to just be.
Even ten minutes of quiet can change the tone of a day.
7. Something That Brings You Joy
When was the last time you laughed from your belly?
Had fun just for the sake of it?
Joy isn’t a luxury. It’s fuel. And when we forget that, everything else gets harder.
8. Growth
We feel alive when we’re learning — even if it’s slow.
Growth can look like reading a book, learning to forgive, or simply becoming more of who you are.
Are you changing? Are you blooming?
9. Work That Feeds (Not Drains) You
Work pays the bills. But ideally, it does more than that.
Do you feel respected? Do you feel useful? Do you feel like your work reflects your values — at least a little?
So… how does your life feel right now?
Maybe you’re ticking a few boxes. Maybe none at all. Be kind to yourself. Balance isn’t something we achieve — it’s something we tend to, like a garden. Sometimes certain areas need more care than others. That’s okay.
If something’s out of alignment, you probably already feel it.
The question is:
What small step can you take this week to bring a little more balance back into your life?
Just start there. One gentle step at a time. Lets Us Prayer: O’Lord help me to find balance in My life in Jesus Name, Amen.