The phrase "work hard, play hard" originally referred to occupations with a strong performance culture, where employees worked long hours but also made time to fully enjoy their lives. Over the years, the interpretation of this phrase has somewhat changed. Now, the emphasis is more on working efficiently during the designated work hours and then focusing on rest and recharge.

But what does this mean exactly within a family context?

Perhaps the best way to grasp it is to feel that you've done your best on both sides of life: worked hard, but also had time for everything else. That's why we chose to summarize this section, where we discussed techniques and principles that help you feel better in every area of life.