Life in the Balance

Ep23. Guest Dr. Gino Howard chats about Workaholics

In this episode, Dr. Agars interviews new faculty member at CSUSB and expert on workaholism, Dr. Gino Howard. They discuss the dangers of workaholism, the traps that lead into it, and ways to prevent the negative health and well being consequences of being a workaholic. They also discuss the difference between working hard and workaholism - listen in!

Ep19. Finding work-family balance as a parent

In this episode, Dr. Agars talks about finding work-family balance as a parent and answers questions from working parents who are struggling.

Ep18. Work-life balance and low-wage workers. We must do better.

In this episode, Dr. Agars discusses the work-family challenges faced by low-wage workers. His discussion highlights the absence of employer supported work-life policies and practices  for low-wage and part-time workers, and reveals the increased challenges created by the limited support, lack of work flexibility, and absence of voice experienced by low-wage and part-time workers.

Ep17. Setting Goals for Healthy Balance

In this episode, Dr. Agars talks about using the principles of goal setting as a way to help make real and lasting change related to a healthy work-life balance. 

Ep16. Say, what?: Dr. Agars responds to listener questions about work-family balance

In this episode, Dr. Agars answers listener questions about their own efforts to manage work, family, life, and health.

Ep15. Is it time to Hybrid? What remote work can do for you (or not)

Ep.14 Self-Awareness and work-life balance. Give yourself a present.

In this episode Dr. Agars talks about the importance of self-assessment and identifying our priorities so that we can more intentionally and honestly manage our responsibilities in healthy ways.  

Ep13. It happens fast! Early Career work-life balance

Ep12. The pressure is everywhere. What can I do?

Ep11. It happens fast - Life Balance for Teens

Teens today are busier than ever. The pressures to achieve in school, and to actively participate in music, sports, and a million other extra-curricular activities seem non-stop. Many parents are worried about how their child is handling it all, but do not know what to do. Listen in as I talk about this with Developmental Psychologist, Dr. Eugene Wong, and a special guest “genuine teen” Maksim Agars.