Redefining Balance: This Working Mom’s Secret to Finding Joy in Work and Mothering [Guest: Dr. Sarah Visser]
Bid farewell to the myth of work/life balance as Dr. Sarah Visser guides us through the enriching concept of "Integrated Living." In this episode, we peel back the layers of bringing our whole selves to every calling without burnout, discerning and prioritizing what truly matters, and nurturing a flourishing faith.
Episode Breakdown:
(1:05) Segment 1: Beyond Balance - What is Integrated Living
Introducing Dr. Sarah Visser
The idea of Integrated Living
What it means to bring your “whole self” to each of your roles
How Integrated Living is different and better than work/life balance
(10:44) Segment 2: The Art of Discernment
Paying attention to your inner motivations
How to say 'yes' to the right things and 'no' to the wrong things
How discernment leads to a more focused and faithful life
(17:09) Segment 3: Faith-Building Guidance
Advice on strengthening your faith
The transformative impact of having a spiritual director
(22:09) Segment 4: Divine Confirmation
How to understand if you're called to do "the thing"
Feelings of insufficiency and mom guilt
Recognize God's affirmations and guidance
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Connect with Dr. Sarah Visser at Calvin University
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Dr. Sarah Visser
Executive Vice President, Calvin University
Dr. Sarah Visser serves as Executive Vice President for Student Experience and Strategy at Calvin University, where she provides executive leadership for the division of student life, human resources, information technology, and institutional strategy. Her research focuses on diversity and change, exploring how institutions build capacity in the area of diversity.
As a mom of three, wife, and VP at Calvin University, Dr. Visser balances these roles through a concept she has deemed integrated living. She writes about this in her op-ed - https://www.christianpost.com/voices/work-life-balance-for-mothers-integrated-living-is-key.html
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