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We need to re-create boundaries. When you carry a digital gadget that creates a virtual link to the office, you need to create a virtual boundary that didn't exist before.
Daniel Goleman
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Interpretation

What this quote means

Establishing boundaries is essential in a digitally connected world to maintain a work-life balance.

In an age where digital devices keep us constantly connected to our workplaces, it is crucial to create virtual boundaries to distinguish work time from personal time. This means making a conscious effort to not let the demands of our professional lives intrude upon our personal time, thereby fostering a healthier work-life balance and preventing burnout.

Themes

BoundariesDigitalWork-Life BalanceTechnologyVirtual Link

In practice

Example use cases

During a work seminar on mental health, one might say, 'As Daniel Goleman points out, we need to re-create boundaries in our digital lives.'

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