Comments on: Priority: Never Too Busy

By: Carissa

Carissa — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 00:42:10 +0000

I’m so sorry for your loss… 3 of my grandparents passed away in the past 2 years, and while they lived wonderful and very long lives.. it was still very hard for us, I agree about the priorities!

Glad my DD’s to do list photo, helped you out a bit! I’d love for you to link to my website http://goodncrazy.com, Thanks so much…

And God bless while you struggle thru your family’s loss?

By: Alexis Downey

Alexis Downey — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 20:03:51 +0000

From what I can tell (full disclosure: Heather and I work together), you and I are a lot alike … as are a lot of people at our office. We’re workaholics.

Because of that, when I DO unplug, I feel like it has a negative impact on the perception of my work ethic. I know it’s all in my head, but when I leave work on time, or don’t check my email over the weekend, there’s some guilt there.

It’s silly, but it’s there … and it’s one of my personal challenges to aligning with your two points. Just thought I’d share – I don’t know many who have perfected the balancing act.

Here’s that “If I had my life to live over” by Erma Bombeck I was telling you about: http://www.kalimunro.com/If_I_Had_My_Life_To_Live_Over.html

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Thu, 04 Jun 2009 08:47:47 +0000

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By: Heather

Heather — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 13:07:53 +0000

Everyone, thanks so much for your well wishes and your thoughts on balance. It’s nice to know that I’m not the only one who hasn’t mastered all this balance stuff.I guess all we can do is try to keep everything in perspective. If that one last email or tweet goes unanswered until the morning, it’s not the end of the world. Much easier said than done though!

Josh and David, thank you for sharing your posts. It’s funny how us PR people take to writing as a coping mechanism of sorts. I am going to read your posts right now.

By: Danny Brown

Danny Brown — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 04:06:31 +0000

Heather,

I’m sure you’ve heard it countless times but my sincerest wishes to you and your family. I know how hard losing someone so close is, and unexpectedly as well… so sorry.

As both you and Arik says, it’s easy to get swept up in wanting to do things and putting the time in where we feel it’s important, as opposed to where it’s actually important.

Juggling isn’t easy – we can only try and make the right decisions.

My thoughts are with you – take care.

Danny.

By: David Mullen

David Mullen — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 23:31:47 +0000

I’m sorry to hear the news, Heather.

I had a similar realization a couple months ago when a friend’s 7-year-old daughter died unexpectedly. I’ve got two kids of my own and it definitely caused me to rethink my priorities. I wrote a blog post about it, too. I don’t normally link to my blog in comments, but I hope it’s ok to share this one.

http://bit.ly/PMhgM

Thanks for sharing a tough thing and reminding us all about what’s important in life.

By: Josh Sternberg

Josh Sternberg — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:53:30 +0000

First off, sorry to hear about your loss. In the past year, I’ve had both grandmothers pass away, so I know how tough this time is.

I find it interesting that we take solace in the written word (two posts I wrote that are very similar to yours — it’s all about perspective: http://bit.ly/MZGUb and http://bit.ly/CYa9D) to help push the healing process.

Celebrate Nanny’s life and make sure to call your loved ones more often!

By: Arik Hanson

Arik Hanson — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:52:05 +0000

Timely post for me Heather as I’ve struggled with this issue for some time now. Still don’t have it licked!

Here’s what I struggle with: For me, work/my career is a big part of my life. But, so is my family. The key is balance. As a father, I want to be there for my kids, no doubt. But, I also want them to see a role model who loves what he does each day–and let them see the benefits that come along with that.

I’m so sorry for your loss, Heather. It’s a horrible thing to go through. But, as you said, we learn a lesson with each painful moment. Hang in there…

@arikhanson