Basically our daily lives are filled with a series of behaviors ( and the associated actions). That is, what we do results in outcomes, that is why we do it.
The outcomes are either satisfying or not. Very simplistically stated, we do stuff to cause stuff and then we die. (We may die because thats the natural outcome of the stuff we do, but that is a different deep conversation).
Sounds boring
We do stuff that causes stuff to happen over and over. On the surface it seems repetitive and unmotivating, why bother? The key to managing the outcomes in a fun and motivating way is through the practice of balance.
This requires analysis and planning. Balancing the things you do to achieve better results more efficiently can be invigorating. It puts a lot of spice into your activities.
How does it work?
Practicing balance is the process of determining how much time, effort and what kind of time and effort is best used to achieve the result you seek.
For example you need groceries because you are hungry. You are low on funds so you will need to balance what kind of food you buy against what you can afford, yet still satisfy your hunger.
You are hungry now but you need to balance speed ( by car -low on gas) with walking ( slower but definately better on gas).
These simple examples highlight the competing choices we encounter all day as we figure out if we should do this or do that or some combination.
Frequently we need to balance the options carefully to attain the best result. The simple emotional approach to resolve the need directly is often not the best. Take your time, plan it out, incorporate balance.
For example, building on the above scenario, you are hungry so drive to the store intending to buy what you want. Unfortunately you may run out of gas or money so can’t afford what you want and end up still hungry.
Remember, things are not always as straightforward as they initially appear and a considered balanced approach might not only be more satisfying, but could also achieve a better result.