Here's how you can establish boundaries between your work and personal life as a sustainability professional.

Planear y priorizar es la clave para el desarrollo eficiente de tareas que son importantes y urgentes, en la medida que estas están claras en el panorama diario o semanal va a ser mucho más fácil evidenciar avances y cumplir con las metas en el tiempo que se defina; esto da un aliciente en la medida que te recompensa por haber cumplido lo que se necesitaba y permite afinar la capacidad de priorización. Finalmente todo esto se debe hacer en el marco de un tiempo definido como laboral, eso debe estar claro desde el inicio; el tiempo personal siempre estará protegido en la medida que todo lo que se hace en este, aporta como combustible a eso que también apasiona que es el trabajo en sostenibilidad,

As sustainability is based on the premise to have a fine balance between work and life and one should not be discounted at the cost of the other. There hardly would be a work that cannot be finished off within the allotted timeframe if it is done in a smart manner rather than meandering. Prioritization of the work is most important, and sustainability would thrive if one tries to promote the core capabilities of self and others, rather than focusing on energy about the lack of it. Besides, we need not be wired to work 24x7. When we practice sustainability, it would facilitate in moving towards a shared and prosperous future riding on the priorities that we adapt today to give shape to new realities of tomorrow.

My perspective may be unconventional, but forget boundaries. Sustainability isn’t just a job—it’s a lifestyle. By fully integrating your work and personal life, you ensure consistency in your actions and values. This seamless approach keeps you always on, always ready to make a difference. It’s not about balance; it’s about total commitment. Living and breathing sustainability every moment ensures it’s deeply embedded in everything you do, leading to a greater overall impact.

Employee well-being is a crucial component of a company's sustainability strategy and a personal discipline for individuals. In my experience, sustainability knowledge is constantly evolving, making it challenging to separate work and personal life if you want to stay updated. Embracing sustainability means integrating sustainable practices into your daily life. This involves continuously acquiring knowledge and practicing sustainability in your own way. By doing so, you can keep learning and engaging with sustainability, making everyday activities more enjoyable and meaningful while maintaining a healthy balance between work and personal life.

Many sustainability professionals are very passionate about their work, which in turn causes them to make a large emotional investment in their work on a daily basis. When an individual is spending considerable time on something and is emotionally invested, there is the potential for burnout. In order to prevent burnout, the person's self-care needs to be preventative and not reactive. What do you need to take care of yourself on a daily basis? Whether self-care for you is exercise, reading, a hobby, meditation, or something else, it is important for sustainability professionals to incorporate self-care into daily life.

In todays fast paced world, technology can both help and hinder work-life balance. I’ve realized that, using a single, dedicated work device like a laptop or desktop (be it any technology) has helped me streamline tasks and set clear boundaries between work and personal time. Also by minimizing the use of multiple gadgets, I can better manage notifications and reduce distractions, making it easier to stick to work hours and enjoy my downtime.

The very essence of flexible work hours is to offer work life balance and to ensure both personal and professional goals of the day are achieved. Flexible work hours enable us to tailor our schedules to fit personal responsibilities, such as family commitments, health needs, or personal hobbies, which helps reduce stress and maintain overall satisfaction. It all comes down to choosing our most productive hours for work and setting relevant time periods for life

Embracing flexible work hours is essential for achieving a harmonious work-life balance. It allows individuals to tailor their schedules to accommodate personal responsibilities, such as family commitments, health needs, or personal hobbies. This not only helps reduce stress but also enhances overall satisfaction. By choosing our most productive hours for work and setting aside time for life, we can ensure that both personal and professional goals are met effectively each day.

End-of-Day Routine: Develop a routine to signal the end of the workday, such as shutting down your computer, tidying your workspace, or going for a walk.