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As we celebrate Black History Month and are settling into the groove of the new year, I have found myself doing quite a bit of reflection and soul-searching. So when Mode approached me about teaming up with them on their “#HauteHavens Having it All” campaign, I knew that it would fit in perfectly with a blog post that had already been forming in my mind.
Like most people, I sit down every January and reflect on the past year. I also create a list of resolutions that I want to work on for the year ahead. It may seem cliché. However, the truth is that the New Year really does symbolize fresh starts and new beginnings for many people. I, for one, am thankful for that. It makes me feel like I have a clean slate to work with. One upon which I can paint a life that I truly love and be satisfied with. As I sat down last month, I realized that although I have a great life, and it may seem like I have it all to others, I really don’t, not fully. Let me explain. I have been working from home for eight years. I mean that’s awesome, right? I truly do love the fact that I can set my hours and be here full-time for my children. I love the flexibility of being my own boss and all the other benefits that come along with it.
However, the reality is that working from home presents a unique challenge. I have found that it can be difficult to make that daily shift from work mode to my wife/mother mode (and vice versa). Honestly, it can be demanding to juggle my various roles, and sometimes I feel like I fall short. I also struggle with comparing myself to others. I often feel as though I am striving to “keep up with The Joneses”. This can make me feel either like I am not doing enough, or I end up feeling like maybe I bit off more than I can (reasonably) chew. I want to be able to find that happy medium where I feel accomplished and content. With that being said, part of my resolutions for this year is to truly have it all by striking a better balance between family and work. I want to be more present, and I also want to stop being concerned about what others are doing and focus only on what will serve my family, passion, and mission.
In this video below Geneva Thomas, a journalist and reality TV, star teams up with Glam to talk about having it all – a flourishing career, a circle of good friends, and a “home that feels like an oasis.” I love how she has been very proactive and detailed in designing a space (and a life) that makes her feel happy and inspired. That is the dream! With three words she describes her Swanky New York haven: comfortable, functional, and stylish!
With its stylish looks and premium interior, the Nissan Altima is just as much an individual as you are. Not fitting into one mold is what makes the Nissan Altima not only unique, but very exciting!
So my advice for anyone who is fighting with trying to “have it all”, remember that we all have distinctive purposes in life, different strengths and weaknesses, and it’s ok to be unique. The truth is at the end of the day I do have it all I just need to learn how to balance it all so I can truly enjoy it.
So, my question of the day is who is someone that inspires you to have it all? Better yet, what does having it all actually mean to you?