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10 Work-Life Balance Quotes

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to Keep Creatives Motivated

Are you feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or stressed by the endless tasks on your to-do list? In this blog post, we share 10 powerful work-life balance quotes to help you refocus and reclaim time for your well-being and mental health. Achieving a work-life balance is a journey that requires time, effort, and small adjustments along the way. But it’s worth it! After all, everyone deserves some fun, relaxation, or solo time to recharge. By consciously creating space for these moments, you can enjoy your work more, reduce stress, and keep your creativity alive.

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Finding Balance as a Creative: 10 Quotes for Daily Inspiration

As creatives, designers, and artists, we’re often juggling a lot—projects, deadlines, admin work and that spark of creativity we’re so passionate about. But with so much going on, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and forget to make time for ourselves. Work-life balance isn’t just a buzzword; it’s key to keeping our creativity alive and thriving.

So here are ten quotes to serve as little reminders to prioritize ourselves, enjoy life, and keep that balance in check:

“You can’t do a good job if your job is all you do.”
– Katie Thurmes

 

“Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you.”
– Anne Lamott

 

“Work is a rubber ball. If you drop it, it will bounce back. The other four balls – family, health, friends, integrity – are made of glass.”
– Gary Keller

 

“Never get so busy making a living that you forget to make a life.”
– Dolly Parton

Work-Life Balance Quote from Dolly Parton



“Creativity is allowing yourself to make mistakes. Art is knowing which ones to keep.”
– Scott Adams

 

“Balance is not something you find, it’s something you create.”
– Jana Kingsford

 

“Take care of your body. It’s the only place you have to live.”
– Jim Rohn

 

“You will never feel truly satisfied by work until you are satisfied by life.”
– Heather Schuck

 

“Don’t confuse having a career with having a life.”
– Hillary Clinton

 

“Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.”
– Albert Einstein

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Feeling inspired? At Create & Live, we’re more than just a community—we’re a network of passionate creatives, artists, and designers committed to building balanced, fulfilling lives fueled by creativity. Here, you’ll find tips, support, and encouragement to help you stay motivated and balanced. Join us on this journey! Follow us on Instagram @create_n_live, connect in our private Facebook group, and introduce yourself! We’d love to hear fun facts about you and what drives your creativity. Let’s build a thriving, balanced life together!


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