Isn't It Time For You?
Does it seem like there is never enough time in the day? Why is
there plenty of time for everyone and everything but ourselves?
The fact is that you only get one shot at this life so it is
important to spend it doing something you love. The good news is
that you have a choice, you can continue to go on being
overwhelmed letting time and life slip away, or you can make the
time and start living the life you really want. Yes, this is
easier said than done, so here are ten strategies, some old and
some new, to help you gain control over your time.
1. Become a problem free zone. Yes, problems happen in life, and
there are ways to proactively limit your exposure to those
problems. You can limit your exposure by creating strong
boundaries, developing reserves, and creating systems that will
prevent future problems. What are some systems that you can
develop right now that will prevent you from having problems in
the future?
2. Create enriching free time. So often when we do have free
time we spend it on some mind numbing activity such as TV.
Devote some of your free time each week doing something that
really enriches your life. Do something that makes you feel
fantastic and blissed out. The rest of your week will get a big
boost and you will find that you are effortlessly getting things
accomplished.
3. Be present. When you have committed to spend the time, are
you present? Or are you thinking about the other things that you
have to do? Often when we are at work we are thinking about the
things we have to do at home and when we are home we are
thinking about the things we have to do at work. As a result, we
never focus on what we are currently doing. This drains your
energy because when you are focused on feeling guilty you don't
produce the results you really want which leads to problems.
Focus on what you are currently doing and concentrate on putting
in a 100% effort and you will see strong results with fewer
mistakes.
4. Set intentions for the day. Setting intentions for the day is
much different than having a to do list. Setting intentions for
the day involves clearly articulating what you want from that
day. Your intentions for the day could be anywhere from cleaning
out your desk to looking for and seeking out abundance from the
day. The key is focus, so do not set more than three intentions
for the day and center your activities around those intentions.
This is much lighter than a to-do list, which tends to drain
your energy and can keep you from feeling accomplished.
5. Develop healthy energy sources. Your body gets energy from
any source it can find regardless if it is negative or positive
energy. The difference is that negative energy sources leave you
feeling drained, discontented, and restless while positive
energy sources leave you feeling happy, peaceful, and energized.
Which one sounds better to you? Develop healthy energy sources
by creating reserves of time and money, by eating right and
exercising, and doing what makes you happy. Your day and your
mood will feel much different and you will go to bed with a
feeling of peaceful satisfaction.
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