[00:00:00] Can your work life balance affect your mental health and well being, especially in our fast paced world today? India researchers studied this balance in 390 people taking the Metro train to work in the information technology industry. They measured three key how work affects personal life, how personal life affects work and how the two can support each other. They also examined mental health factors like self acceptance, relationships, independence and feeling in control. Participants completed a survey asking questions about their work stress, work life balance and mental well being.
[00:00:34] People who had a better work life balance, able to respond to work demands in addition to home, outside activities, exercise and hobbies reported better psychological well being. In contrast, poor balance increased work stress which had a negative impact on their mental health. Occupational stress, not personal stresses, partly explained the link between work life balance and psychological well being, highlighting its key role.
[00:01:00] Prioritizing work life balance is ess for our mental health organizations encourage this balance to help improve employee well being. Take periodic brief 5 minute vacation breaks to exercise, relax, read or view something uplifting. Enhance your mental health with better work life balance.
