Life in the Balance

Ep. 33 It's Ok to Say No

Why do we say yes to jobs and responsibilities that we really don't want to take on? Pressure? Ego? Poor Boundaries? In this episode Dr. Agars talk about the problems with saying yes too much, explores why we do it, and talks about steps to take to learn so say no when we mean it!

Ep. 32 Focus on the Problem!

In this episode Dr. Agars discusses the trap of solving symptoms instead of the underlying problems. Listen in as he discusses strategies for identifying which problems are really just symptoms of something larger. When we attack the real problem we can make real change.

Ep. 31: Stay-at-Home Dad or Executive Chef

In this episode Dr. Agars interviews his childhood friend Gary about being a long-time stay-at-home dad. Join us for a fun discussion around how that happened, what made it work, and why he tells everyone he is an executive chef! 

Ep. 30 Finding Balance During Late Career and Retirement with Dr. Ken Shultz

In this episode, Dr. Agars interviews author and aging, work, and retirement expert, Dr. Ken Shultz. What does balance look like in late career and retirement phases of life? How can we be smart about navigating these moments? Dr. Shultz shares his answers! 

Ep. 29 Life in the Balance Q&A! Dr. Agars responds to listener questions

In this episode Dr. Agars responds to your questions on a range of work-life matters. Do you feel guilty when you prioritize family over work? Are you a parent looking for tips? Trying to invest in a hobby but can't fit it in?  Let's talk about it!

Ep. 28 Presenteeism (*cough cough*): Working when we're sick

In this episode Dr. Agars talks about our "working while sick" problem. He shares his own struggles to break away from work when feeling ill, and talks about why this is such a common struggle and the importance of taking steps to change our response when our body is telling us we need a break.

Ep. 27 A little Life in the Balance Backstory

Listen in as special guest and former co-Host Dr. Casey Leier turns the tables on Mark and asks him questions about his own work-life battles and some history about Life in the Balance. 

Ep 26. Work and family balance messages from CEOs

Leaders are key to helping employees find a healthy integration of work and family. What do CEOs think about work and family balance? The god, the bad, and the better stay single.

Ep. 25 Its about relationships

Healthy relationships are key to managing the work-life interface. Listen in as we talk with relationship expert Dr. Kelly Campbell.

Ep24. Its Time to Rest!

In this episode we talk about the meaning of rest and discuss how to think about rest strategically and preemptively to avoid burnout and to support healthy work-life balance.