AN EXPLORATORY STUDY ON WORK LIFE BALANCE AND METHODS TO OVERCOME THE STRESS OF WOMEN EMPLOYEES – WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO KANCHEEPURAM DISTRICT

Abstract

            This exploratory study examines work-life balance and stress management for women employees. The 161-person sample uses primary and secondary data. Data analysis uses descriptive statistics and frequency distribution. Structured interviews and questionnaires are used to obtain data from varied women employees. 161 participants were selected based on their availability and willingness to share their experiences in Kancheepuram District. The questionnaire includes closed-ended and Likert-scale items for quantitative and qualitative analysis. A broad literature review gathers secondary data from academic publications, books, reports, and other sites. This secondary research helps women employees comprehend work-life balance and stress management. It establishes field themes and issues. Descriptive statistics summarise questionnaire results. Frequency distribution is also utilised to analyse participants' work-life balance and stress management views. This exploratory study sheds light on women employees' work-life balance issues and offers stress-reduction strategies. The descriptive data and frequency distribution analysis show the prevalence of specific difficulties and the diverse ways women employees combine work and life. This study adds to work-life balance and stress management research on women employees. This research can inform future studies on women employees' work-life balance and help policymakers, organisations, and individuals empower and support women employees.