Learn about one person’s experience with downshifting, a lifestyle change that leads to better work-life balance.
I used to work corporate jobs and experienced lots of burnout while trying to climb up the ranks.
Downshifting 101
What is downshifting, you ask?
Downshifting is the practice of implementing habits and routines meant to slow down and simplify life.
While dating, we discussed plans to move to a different state.
After our engagement, we got serious about our exit strategies collectively and individually.
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Mine included a strategic transition from full-time employment to full-time entrepreneurship.
I aimed to trade my corporate career for the chance to be my own boss.
We sacrificed a lot of free time to see the exit strategy through, but it paid off.
When it came time to shift, we were comfortable enough to relocate and branch out independently.
We chose to move from the West Coast to the Southeast to experience slower, less costly living.
The beauty of downshifting is that there is no one-size-fits-all approach.
The key is to make choices thatll best fit the needs of you and your familys lifestyles.
Do meaningful work
Breaking away from corporate life began with me freelancing part-time after working my 9-to-5.
Freelance writing was my foot in the door.
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I would take the moonlight shift at home and freelance during lunch breaks to finish projects.
I didnt love some of the topics that I wrote about, but they provided extra income.
That changed as I gradually narrowed down to my niche over time.
I did what I had to do to eventually do what I wanted.
Admittedly, solopreneurship isnt for everyone.
Its a trade-off that I gladly accept.
You may not want to freelance.
Go low-tech after hours
Technology can be helpful, but I dont want to live my life online.
Leveraging my phonesDo Not Disturbbutton has also limited my off-duty screen time.
These simple changes have led to significant improvements in my work/life balance and my social life.
Shape the day, not just the workday
These days, I dont work a traditional 8-hour workday.
Our regions lower cost of living has allowed me to reduce the number of hours I work.
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