Are you finding it difficult to balance spending time on your work, being with family and friends, and taking some personal time? It can be a challenge, especially if your focus is on gaining new animation clients or getting noticed as a successful animator in the industry.
Here are 6 ways to achieve work-life balance as an animator:
1. List down your priorities
The first step toward finding your perfect work-life balance is figuring out which elements of your life carry the most weight. Ask yourself: what things do you value? Who or what do you think should get the most of your attention? What activity should you stop doing or which acquaintance might be dragging you down instead of lifting you up?
2. Build a daily routine
People work their best when they follow a daily routine. Skilled at Life says you will become more efficient if you can build your routine since the number of decisions you make each day will be reduced.
3. Set up your creative workspace
Pick a room or space in your home where you can get creative and concentrate on working. You don't have to rent a space to use as an animation studio if you don't have the budget for it or if you're more comfortable working at home.
4. Get moving
To avoid potential health issues, you should include at least 30 minutes of exercise in your daily routine. In addition, don't forget to include mini-breaks to stretch and walk around from time to time.
5. Meet other animators
Ubel Arts says that talking to other animators can build personal and professional relationships and even become a way for you to get your next paycheck. You can attend summits and seminars or go online to attend webinars.
6. Make time for self-care
After spending hours in front of your computer or drawing pad working on creative output, it's time for you to refuel your tank. Elena Taylor says that as an artist, you should always strive for perfection, but you can do something you love without trying to be perfect when it comes to hobbies.
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