General
work-life balance
What does work-life balance mean?
The state of allocating time and energy between one's career and personal life, health, and relationships, so neither overwhelms the other. It is a central value in anti-hustle movements.
"She turned down the bigger title because it would wreck her work-life balance."
Origin
Term that entered common use in the 1980s as workplace demands intensified.
Frequently asked questions
What is work-life balance?
It is dividing your time and energy between your job and your personal life, health, and relationships so that neither one overwhelms the other.
Why does work-life balance matter?
It is a core value in anti-hustle movements, protecting wellbeing and relationships against overwork.
When did the term become common?
It entered common use in the 1980s as workplace demands intensified.
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