I’ve started thinking in terms of work-life integration rather than balance. Some days work and life overlap, and I accept it instead of fighting it. It’s not perfect, but it reduces frustration. Accepting that overlap makes it more sustainable than trying to enforce strict boundaries all the time.
I wish I could take that approach, but blurring the lines usually leads to burnout for me. When I let work seep into evenings or weekends, I end up exhausted and less productive. Downtime is crucial, and integration often feels like it erases that.