Balancing A Busy Career And A New Relationship
Dating Tips | August 22, 2016
Balancing a busy career and a new relationship is certainly a challenging task. However, it is important to know that achieving balance is possible and the best part is that you don’t need to choose between having a successful career and a healthy relationship. If you are finding yourself struggling to strike a balance, here are some tips to achieve a sense of stability. You can have it all.
- Communication With Your Partner is Key
On occasion, it will be necessary to prioritize your career over your new relationship. It is very likely that you will have to stay later at the office or even take some of your work home. However, to avoid this becoming a source of tension and/or conflict in your relationship, it can be beneficial to explain to your partner that you are not prioritizing your career over your relationship and to tell him or her that the relationship is still a very high priority. This conversation will set a strong foundation.
- Keep Your Career And Your Relationship Separate
Keeping them separate is important. It means that while you are working, you are completely focused on work and while you are with your partner you are not thinking about work. This will allow you to focus on one thing at a time and to devote 100 percent of your attention, therein ensuring that your time is spent as wisely as possible in both areas of your life. Setting boundaries is key.
- Plan for Date Nights
A new relationship means that you are going to have to look at your calendar a little differently than you once did. You will have to begin consciously scheduling in date nights and time with your partner. This will likely take some adjustment. It can be helpful to designate weekly date nights and to write this down in your calendar as a physical reminder.
It is also important to make up for extra time spent at the office. If you have a work trip to attend, consider having a date night with your partner before your upcoming trip.
If your partner is not supportive of your career aspirations, it may be time to reconsider your relationship as things are not likely to change in the future. Instead, consider contacting the professional matchmakers at Bespoke Matchmaking: our tailored services will allow you to meet in a discreet and professional manner. Contact us today for more.