Oddrun Eik Gylfadottir

Building Thriving Lifestyles

Oddrun Eik Gylfadottir

  • EP21 - Setting Healthy Boundaries at Work

EP21 - Setting Healthy Boundaries at Work

Tuesday 31st January 2023

Discover practical tips on setting healthy workplace boundaries with Oddrun Eik Gylfadottir. Achieve a balanced and fulfilling life.
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Mastering Workplace Boundaries: Tips for a Balanced Life

Boundaries at work are limits and regulations set by yourself. Some of them are also set by the employee, to establish a clear boundary to divide your personal life from your professional life.
Ever feel like work is taking over your life? Oddrun Eik Gylfadottir is here to help you regain control. In this episode of 'Building Thriving Lifestyles', Oddrun dives into the art of setting healthy boundaries at work. She explains how these boundaries can help you carve out space for your personal life while staying productive and happy at work. Oddrun breaks down boundaries into four categories: emotional, time, mental, and physical.
Each type plays a crucial role in maintaining a balanced life. Emotional boundaries, for example, help you keep your emotions separate from your colleagues' outbursts. Time boundaries protect your schedule, ensuring you have time for both work and personal activities. Mental boundaries guard your mental energy, keeping distractions at bay. Physical boundaries ensure your personal space and comfort are respected. Oddrun emphasizes the importance of assessing the need for boundaries before implementing them.
It's not just about setting limits; it's about understanding where and why they're needed. She suggests revisiting your job description to identify friction points that cause frustration. Once you've pinpointed these areas, communicate your boundaries clearly with your superiors. Effective communication is key to making these boundaries work. Oddrun also touches on productivity, advising listeners to be mindful of how they spend their time and energy. Protecting these resources is essential for maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
This episode is packed with practical tips and insights to help you establish and maintain healthy boundaries at work. Whether you're struggling with emotional overload, time management, or mental fatigue, Oddrun's advice can guide you towards a more balanced and fulfilling work life.