Life in the Balance

In this episode Dr. Agars talks about the importance of self-assessment and identifying our priorities so that we can more intentionally and honestly manage our responsibilities in healthy ways.  

Teens today are busier than ever. The pressures to achieve in school, and to actively participate in music, sports, and a million other extra-curricular activities seem non-stop. Many parents are worried about how their child is handling it all, but do not know what to do. Listen in as I talk about this with Developmental Psychologist, Dr. Eugene Wong, and a special guest “genuine teen” Maksim Aga...

Its a new academic year and we're kicking off with new episodes. Let's take a moment to assess our work-life goals and priorities, and talk about how to change the way we define success and think about what work - life balance really means. 

In this episode we tackle the new year. What changes are coming? What will you do differently? How can you make real change and start living life in the balance? We talk about what you need to do and we share plans and goals for change in our own lives.

In this episode we talk about how we define “success” at work. Money, power, and status come quickly to mind, but what about health, happiness, and loving relationships? Can a successful career include all these things? We’ll talk about why that is so hard and what you can do about it!

In this episode we tackle the growing problem of workplace burnout. What is causing this and how do we protect ourselves and get back to thriving at work and at home? 

In this episode, we talk about how to negotiate with your boss to get the work-life arrangement that works for you. We all have work-life challenges but far too often we stay quiet and wait for solutions that never come. Speak up! Let them know your needs and get the work-life balance that works for you!

In this episode, we unpack the workplace phenomenon quiet quitting. What is it and why does it have so many people questioning long-help expectations about work? We’ll discuss what this means for you and your organization, along with solutions to foster an equitable work environment.

Managing work and life can seem impossible. In the inaugural episode of Life in the Balance, hosts Drs. Mark Agars and Casey Leier bring research and practical insights into a relatable and occasionally humorous discussion of the underlying challenges and optimistic struggles we face as we strive for work-life balance.