Hi Reader,

Recently, I had a heartfelt conversation with my cousin, who is the definition of a go-getter. She holds a high-level position at a company, is a dedicated wife and mom of two active kiddos, hits up Orange Theory for some sweat sessions, volunteers at church, and has time for socializing - always hanging out with friends, traveling with her kids, and attending concerts with her husband.

I've always wondered how people juggle it all, especially those with full-time jobs and young kids. Do they have extra help or are they just superhuman?

"How did you manage it all?" I asked my cousin, referencing one of the toughest times in her life: juggling two young children, a sick mother, and a demanding new job.

Her eyes glistened with emotion as she replied, "I had to sacrifice my mental and emotional well-being. If I could go back, I'd change certain things. But I don't regret it - it got me where I am today."

It was a sacrifice she made knowingly, but one that took a toll nonetheless. Her advice to me resonated deeply: "Don't try to do it all. Do the best you can, be present in your relationships, and take it day by day. Perhaps you may realize you don't want to do it all, and that's okay."

This isn't to say it will be your story if you attempt to "do it all."

However, her advice reminded me of a period when I aimed to juggle multiple aspects of life back in 2019. I was exploring my spirituality and connection with God, seeking clarity on my beliefs, navigating dating, launching a business from scratch, establishing new connections in my hometown post-seven years in Los Angeles, posting weekly on YouTube, running daily, and indulging in frequent ​travel. At​ that time, I felt empowered, like I could conquer anything. However, the pursuit of it all eventually led to burnout, leaving me feeling adrift and disconnected from my core values in 2019, eventually resulting in depression.

I realized then that the idea of "doing it all" is a myth. It’s about seasons—knowing when to prioritize, delegate, and simplify.

Six months ago, as a newlywed settling into a new city with my husband, I avoided extensive networking. Despite pressure from friends and colleagues, I realized networking wasn't my priority. Instead, I craved simplicity: cutting ties with irrelevant clients, cherishing time with my husband, nurturing my spiritual community, and streamlining my business operations. That, to me, was doing it all.

So what does YOUR work-life, do-it-all life look like for you, not what your neighbor is doing? What can you do right now that would simplify your life while also allowing you to move forward? Do you need to change something in your business model? Promote your current business offers vs creating new ones? Start applying to new jobs? Finish a home project? Focus on your spirituality and mental health? What do you need to do right now so you can feel balanced?

When you focus on taking care of you first, you find the energy and time to do what is right for you.

Here's to finding balance in the midst of life's busy-ness.

With courage,

Karla

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