Work-life balance can seem hard, but work-life harmony is possible. You can find it by staying true to your core values and your identity in Christ.

It all starts with eliminating the #1 enemy to your growth, which I’ll reveal shortly. But first, let’s talk about why the idea of "balance" is unrealistic.

The concept of balance has always felt impossible to me—like walking a tightrope or ice skating. For the record, I’ve tried both, and I’m not good at either. In daily life, balance means sharing your time among family, faith, and work. But this is often hard to achieve. Life is a constant juggling act, and sometimes we have to make trade-offs between what we want and what we need. Perfect balance doesn’t exist.

This is also true in building your brand.

When I started in pageantry, I thought I had to be everything to everyone. I took on too much—starting blogs, businesses, and podcasts. I thought "doing it all" would bring me closer to my goals. But all I got was burnout and frustration.

The lesson I learned is this: You don’t need to reach more people; you need to reach the right people. Branding isn’t about doing everything—it’s about being authentic. It’s about being a good steward of your time, talent, and resources. It’s about developing your character. It’s about aligning with your true identity in Christ above all else.

To do well in pageants, remember this: It's better to enjoy the experience than to chase titles. Instead, take charge of the vision God has for your brand.

So, what values and purpose drive your actions? Identifying them is the first step toward building a brand that is true to who you are.