The worlds of work and family are not separate.
Research indicates a profound mutual impact between work and home life.
The juggling act of balancing work and family is much like trying to juggle balls of many different colors and sizes. Often a person is not sure how many are up in the air, what color or size they are, or which one to catch next. In my last column I presented an assessment tool developed by Dr. Herbert Lingren of the University of Nebraska's Cooperative Extension Service. Dr. Lingren offers several strategies or families to consider to help in managing their juggling act. Adapt to Change .