By Sheila Boynton, LSW, MDiv, CTCP, CAMS-1

We all seek emotional balance, but what exactly does that mean?
In the digital age, we are constantly bombarded with stimuli from all directions. We have a never-ending stream of content to read, videos to watch, and social media posts to scroll through. It is easy for us to become overwhelmed and caught up in the fast-paced world of technology. This constant exposure can lead to a disconnection from our emotions and an inability to balance our lives between work and personal life.When we are unable to find a balance between work and personal life,

we may experience feelings of burnout or anxiety. This can lead us into a downward spiral where we feel that we cannot escape from the negative feelings that come with burnout or anxiety. In order to avoid this downward spiral, it is important for us to create some emotional balance in our lives by setting boundaries.

We can start our journey towards emotional balance by understanding what our feelings are telling us. We should also be mindful of how we react when we experience certain feelings, such as anger or sadness. In the past, people have been taught to be tough and not show emotions. But in today’s society, it is important to be aware of your emotions and have a healthy balance of them. It is about being able to feel both negative and positive emotions without feeling overwhelmed by either one. The goal of striving for emotional balance is to live a life that is happy and content.

Achieving your desired outcome for emotional balance is not an overnight process. It requires awareness, a lot of patience and dedication. Emotional balance can be achieved through various methods, including meditation, breathing exercises, yoga or simply by taking time to reflect on one’s day.

One thing that I do, is take time out of my day to reflect on my thoughts and feelings by writing them down in a journal or even just thinking about them for a few minutes. This helps me root myself into a positive mindset to overcome the busyness of life and achieve my desired outcome. It is about taking time for ourselves in order to reconnect with our natural state of being to maintain a healthy emotional balance. Emotional balance is a lifestyle that you live.