Incorporating a work schedule into your new life takes some practice. Gone are the days when you could return from class, take a quick nap and head off to class. It’s important to understand the demands of your job and also expectations of supervisors regarding your work. Once you have an understanding your expectations, you can then determine how you want to balance work with the rest of your life. Here are some examples of things you may be balancing:

• Finding ways to relax during a daily commute to work (reading, MP3s, podcasts, meditation)
• Processing stressful situations at work without taking the feeling of stress home
• Finding time to prepare healthy meals
• Incorporating exercise and leisure activities into your daily life
• Determining how you can maximize time spent with family and friends
• Using your vacation time wisely