Do you ever feel like you have too much to do and not enough time? Many busy people, especially moms, find it hard to manage their time between work, family, and personal needs. Achieving a balance between work and personal life is crucial for maintaining good mental health. One of the first steps is learning to manage time effectively. A good way to start is by setting priorities: what tasks need to be done first? What can be left for later? It’s also important to take breaks. Many people forget to take time to rest and recharge, but a quick walk or five minutes of breathing exercises can make a huge difference.
Vocabulary List
Key Vocabulary & Phrases
- Balance [ˈbæl.əns] (noun) – The state of being equal or in the right proportion.
- Example: “It’s important to find a balance between work and family.”
- Prioritize [praɪˈɔːrɪtaɪz] (verb) – To decide which tasks are the most important and focus on them first.
- Example: “I prioritize my family and health above work.”
- Recharge [rɪˈʧɑːʤ] (verb) – To rest and regain energy.
- Example: “I need to take a break to recharge my energy.”
- Productive [prəˈdʌktɪv] (adjective) – Able to produce a lot of work.
- Example: “Taking breaks makes me more productive in the afternoon.”
PRACTICE
🌿 English Practice: Work-Life Balance
✨ Part 1: Vocabulary Practice – Fill in the Blanks
Words to use: balance, prioritize, recharge, productive
Fill in each blank with the correct word:
It’s hard to find ______ between taking care of my kids and finishing my work.
I try to ______ the most important tasks every morning.
A quick nap in the afternoon helps me ______ and feel better.
I’m more ______ when I take regular breaks during the day.
✨ Part 2: Grammar Practice – Must vs. Should
Choose the correct sentence in each pair:
a) You must take care of your mental health.
b) You should take care of your mental health.
➡ Which one is stronger advice?
a) You must sleep early every night to survive.
b) You should sleep early every night to feel better.
➡ Which one is more of a suggestion?
a) Moms should do everything alone.
b) Moms should ask for help when they feel overwhelmed.
➡ Which one gives better advice?
✨ Part 3: Sentence Writing – Give Advice Using “Must”
Write your own advice using “must”.
Here’s a sample:
👉 “You must take short breaks during the day to recharge your mind.”
✏️ Now you try:
Write 1 or 2 sentences using must to give advice to someone who is feeling too busy.
Answers
🌿 Part 1: Vocabulary Practice
balance
prioritize
recharge
productive
✨ Part 2: Grammar Practice – Must vs. Should
a) You must take care of your mental health. ✅ (Stronger advice)
b) You should sleep early every night to feel better. ✅ (More of a suggestion)
b) Moms should ask for help when they feel overwhelmed. ✅ (Better advice)
✏️ Part 3: Sentence Writing – Using “Must”
Example sentences:
You must take time for yourself every day.
You must ask for support when things get too much.