Reclaim Your Wellbeing, Time & Life

In today’s fast-paced world, feeling overwhelmed has become the norm. The American Institute of Stress reports that 83% of U.S. workers experience work-related stress, making it a top contributor to burnout and disengagement.

For busy professionals balancing careers, family, and personal obligations, it’s essential to regularly assess their well-being, manage time effectively, and prioritize self-care. This blog offers research-backed strategies to help them regain control and thrive in all areas of life.

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Checking In With Your Well-being

Assessing your mental and physical health is essential to preventing burnout. Studies have shown that mindfulness practices can reduce stress by up to 30% (American Psychological Association).

Here are some practical strategies:

1. The Two-Minute Mindfulness Pause:

Even a brief pause can make a difference. Harvard University research found that short, intentional mindfulness breaks improve focus and emotional regulation**.

2. Body Scanning:

A 5-minute daily body scan meditation can increase physical stress and tension awareness. A study published in the Journal of Behavioral Medicine found that body scanning reduces stress and improves well-being by 27%.

3. Gratitude Journaling

Writing down three things you’re grateful for daily can boost positivity and resilience. According to research published in the Journal of Positive Psychology, gratitude journaling can increase happiness by up to 25%.

Time Management Strategies

Overwhelm often results from poor time management. A RescueTime survey found that the average worker spends nearly 50% of their day on unproductive tasks.

Here are some effective techniques to reclaim your time:

1. Block Scheduling:

Studies show that time-blocking can increase productivity by 30% (Harvard Business Review).

2. The Pomodoro Technique:

Using focused, timed work sessions has been proven to enhance productivity. According to a study from the University of Illinois, structured breaks can boost productivity by 20%.

3. Eisenhower Matrix:

Prioritizing tasks using this matrix helps you focus on what truly matters. A 2018 study found that employees who use prioritization tools are 45% more productive.

Nurturing Your Personal Life

Burnout isn't just about work—personal life management is crucial, too. A Gallup study found that 23% of full-time employees feel burnt out more often than not.

Strategies to enhance your personal life:

1. Set Boundaries:

Research indicates that individuals who establish clear work-life boundaries are 65% more likely to feel fulfilled (Forbes).

2. Schedule ‘Me Time’:

Blocking time for personal activities boosts happiness and productivity. According to the American Psychological Association, regular breaks improve well-being by 40%.

3. Connect Meaningfully:

Maintaining social connections can lower stress and improve overall health. Studies show that those with strong social connections have a 50% higher likelihood of longevity (Harvard Health).

Bringing It All Together

The key to a balanced life lies in consistency. Whether a two-minute mindfulness pause or a simple time-management tweak, each strategy contributes to a healthier, happier life.

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Sources:

- American Institute of Stress, 2025

- American Psychological Association, 2024

- Harvard University Study on Mindfulness, 2023

- Journal of Behavioral Medicine, 2024

- RescueTime Survey, 2025

- Harvard Business Review, 2023

- University of Illinois Study, 2024

- Gallup Report, 2024

- Forbes, 2024

- Harvard Health, 2024


Alissa Duhon

Alissa Duhon is a five-time certified Success Coach, Applied Positive Psychology Practitioner, and founder of The Weekday Woman Co.—your new favorite secret weapon for turning chaotic weekdays into calm, confident wins.

With over 20 years of entrepreneurial experience (and personal credentials in doing all the things—marriage, motherhood, and meetings that should’ve been emails), Alissa helps ambitious, overextended women stop drowning in to-do lists and start designing weekdays that actually work.

She created The Weekday Woman to serve the 72% of working women who report chronic stress, the 1 in 2 moms who say they’re burned out, and the countless others silently shouldering the double shift of career and caregiving. If that’s you? You’re in the right place.

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At The Weekday Woman Co., we don’t sell hustle—we build harmony. We’re on a mission to help one million women reclaim their time, energy, and joy—because thriving is not extra, it’s essential.

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