3 Tips for Better Time Management
20 February 2015
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Lacking time has become very trendy nowadays.
Paradoxically, even if we all ultimately seek balance, there's a part of us that values being busy. I imagine this is the result of a performance-driven society...
To regain control of our time, we need to review our organization, that's certain, but above all, we must question our attitude.
To initiate change, I suggest three strategies easy to implement starting today.
1. Change your language
If you are one of those who often answer "So busy!" "Wow! Tired!" or "Pretty overwhelmed!" when asked "How's it going?", in the future limit your answer to "In great shape!" Repeating that you are busy, tired, and overwhelmed only empowers fatigue and chaos. Next time you feel overwhelmed, try a phrase like, "I have all the time I need to do what's important today" or "Every day, I am becoming more and more efficient." It's easy and it works! Exactly like the principle "Ask and you shall receive."
2. Regularly look back
Ask a mother to tell you about her to-do list, and you'll immediately see her roll her eyes and sigh deeply. The problem with to-do lists is that they have no end. Like being on a treadmill, you run but don't gain ground. To feel like you're making progress, you must value what you do. Take the time to appreciate and celebrate everything you accomplish. Give yourself a pat on the back, and you'll see your energy level, satisfaction, and self-confidence soar.
3. Observe yourself
The most devastating time-wasters are procrastination and/or self-sabotage. If you are aware of these behaviors in your life, it means you are ready to change them. Start by paying attention to what triggers these behaviors in you, then seek the support you need to transform these reflexes and beliefs. Surround yourself with people who can help and inspire you, and choose readings that will guide you.
If you take these three first steps, your relationship with time will completely change. It will then be much easier to put into practice the different time management strategies you probably already know.
Sujata Vadlamudy.
Lasolutionestenvous.com
Posted on February 20, 2015.
Paradoxically, even if we all ultimately seek balance, there's a part of us that values being busy. I imagine this is the result of a performance-driven society...
To regain control of our time, we need to review our organization, that's certain, but above all, we must question our attitude.
To initiate change, I suggest three strategies easy to implement starting today.
1. Change your language
If you are one of those who often answer "So busy!" "Wow! Tired!" or "Pretty overwhelmed!" when asked "How's it going?", in the future limit your answer to "In great shape!" Repeating that you are busy, tired, and overwhelmed only empowers fatigue and chaos. Next time you feel overwhelmed, try a phrase like, "I have all the time I need to do what's important today" or "Every day, I am becoming more and more efficient." It's easy and it works! Exactly like the principle "Ask and you shall receive."
2. Regularly look back
Ask a mother to tell you about her to-do list, and you'll immediately see her roll her eyes and sigh deeply. The problem with to-do lists is that they have no end. Like being on a treadmill, you run but don't gain ground. To feel like you're making progress, you must value what you do. Take the time to appreciate and celebrate everything you accomplish. Give yourself a pat on the back, and you'll see your energy level, satisfaction, and self-confidence soar.
3. Observe yourself
The most devastating time-wasters are procrastination and/or self-sabotage. If you are aware of these behaviors in your life, it means you are ready to change them. Start by paying attention to what triggers these behaviors in you, then seek the support you need to transform these reflexes and beliefs. Surround yourself with people who can help and inspire you, and choose readings that will guide you.
If you take these three first steps, your relationship with time will completely change. It will then be much easier to put into practice the different time management strategies you probably already know.
Sujata Vadlamudy.
Lasolutionestenvous.com
Posted on February 20, 2015.
