Why It's Important To Make Time For Yourself

The stress of balancing work, family and friends can really weigh you down. Four of The Weekly’s Great Women Of Our Time past nominees share why it’s so important to make some me-time

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“I practise self-care. For example, if I’m tired I nap or take a break. When I feel overwhelmed, I broaden my perspective and count my blessings. This helps restore balance.”

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– Adelyn Poh, Co-founder CARE Singapore, Great Women Of Our Time 2006 Health, Sports & Wellness winner

“Having so many roles and responsibilities has made me channel all this energy into activities I enjoy most, which includes exploring new business opportunities. So if you ask me about me dream, I would say it is to sustain a healthy balance between career and family.”

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– Elaine Teh, Executive Director, Octopus Holdings Pte Ltd, Great Women Of Our Time 2008 Design & Style nominee

“A great woman knows herself. She sets personal and career goals, to instil focus, and build resilience. More importantly, a great woman can accept the outcome of her goals, even when things don’t go according to plan. Because that’s life – and she is a happier woman because of this.”

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– Goh Li May, Technology Team Leader, General Electric Singapore’s Water Technology Centre, Great Women Of Our Time 2015 Science & Technology nominee

(On finding personal balance) “Everything in life carries an opportunity cost, so that means consciously deciding how to prioritise your time. For me, ‘having it all’ means finding a balance between spending time with my family and friends, enjoying my work so I am passionate and challenged. Plus I need to make time to do things I love, like travelling, sports and hobbies and I have to take care of my health, body and mind.”

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– Jan Fong, business development director, CYC Shanghai Shirt company, Great Women Of Our Time 2014 Finance & Commerce nominee

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Why It’s Important To Make Time For Yourself

The stress of balancing work, family and friends can really weigh you down. ‘Great Women of Our Time’ share why it’s so important to make some me-time

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Why It’s Important To Make Time For Yourself

The stress of balancing work, family and friends can really weigh you down. ‘Great Women of Our Time’ share why it’s so important to make some me-time

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