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Originally Posted by RoadGame
Self-employed with family; I work 9-5 & 10-2 daily 5x/wk. If the hours are billable that's great, if there's a lull I'm pushing just as hard, fitting in proposals and origination to fill in the gap. Balance isn't a destination, it's a frequent conversation with the spouse in the face of changes in her workload, family needs (kids, elders), etc. Objectively I should sleep and exercise more, but those are the easiest to compromise. Basically hoping to get to retirement without a major health event.
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This is my biggest concern as well. In the summer I have more time for it, but during an academic year it is hard to find time for it. I've taken some steps to prioritize it and let some other things go in order to achieve it.
They phrase "I'll sleep when I'm dead" is one that fails to mention that if you don't sleep enough, that last part will come sooner than you want.
Exercise is sometimes the easier one because you only really need 30 minutes a day 4 days a week to maintain good cardiovascular health. If you really want to be "in shape" it takes more than that, but if you're only worried about your health it's definitely achievable in any busy schedule.
My other big concern is spending enough quality time with the kids and wife. I'm "around" but not always actively engaged with what's going on with the family. It's purely a problem of focus, but I am constantly distracted by the needs of work. I try to compartmentalize, but it is only so effective.