by Beth Haley
With school starting up again for me in just a few days, I’ve been thinking more about organizing my time for productivity. I am getting nervous about fitting all this into my schedule. I look at what well-known people have accomplished and wonder how they managed it all. But here’s the thing: Oprah, Stephen King, Brene Brown, and the president of any nation… they all have the same 24 hours in their day as I do. So why am I not president already? 🤔🙄😲
Words we associate with time:
It’s a fight against time.
I don’t have enough time.
There’s never enough time.
Time Slips away.
I lost track of time (my favorite).
Yet, time is an energy that responds to how we use it.
When do we use these excuses to explain why we aren’t farther along with our projects?
A lot of the “time”?
Maybe the truth is that many of the things we procrastinate with, really aren’t a high priority. It is more empowering to know that we are not a victim of time, but need to define what is the most important for each day.
Time management is an individual experiment and process. Each day seems to have its own flow and some practices work well at certain times and not as well at other times. Sometimes it seems like it is a moment to moment process, and adjustments are needed as we go along.
Some things to consider for time management are as follows:
When replacing a time-waster habit, replace it with something that helps you toward your goal. What are you wanting to accomplish? Instead of replacing one bad habit for another, such as replacing chocolate chip cookies for eating cocoa mix out of the container, dry, with a spoon…I wish both of those balanced each other out, but alas… replace a bad habit with one that helps in manifesting your intention.
Distractions, such as phone notifications, can sidetrack your game-plan for endless moments. Instagram? I turn the sound on my phone off when I’m working. Make a list of things that distract you.
Notice when your energy is at its peak, and when it naturally starts to wane. Plan your busy time for those peak energy hours if you can. (I wish I could do this more).
Don’t make a huge to-do list (unless this works for you). What can happen with a long to-do list, is it is easy to look at it, feel overwhelmed, and just say, “Maybe another day to all of it.” So pick just one thing you absolutely need to accomplish for the day, and make that your mission. I usually get more things done besides that one thing, but at least I will have gotten that one major thing done toward reaching a goal.
Create routine
Journaling
What are the things I truly need to accomplish?
This week I completed _______ which helped me toward my goal of ______.
This week I did not complete _______ because ______.
I am often distracted from my work by _______.
I remember information better when I ______. (take notes)
I keep track of my schedule better by ______. This works for me because ______.
I say no to other projects or people when ______.
I know that I am getting stressed when ______.
I have the best energy when I ______. (do my yoga)
I can focus better when I ______.
What is the most important thing to do, right now?
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I LOVE this. I’m going to copy and paste it. Try and use it daily. I’m a working mom of a one year old who lacks time management skills. Me, not the baby. Hahaha
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Lol 😂 I got ya!
I’m so glad you found this useful and that you can use it! Cool 😎 beans. I hope it helps. I know little ones plus work take incredible skill at maneuvering through everything that needs to be done. It’s quite a challenge.
I have 4. They are all grown up now. Enjoy the ride, even though I know it can get crazy!
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This was a great post! I too often make excuses of why I can’t complete something as it is not a “high” priority for me. Your tips were spot on. It’s important that we are realistic as we set our goals. We are able to accomplish more in this manner. It was also a great tip to set an intention as we are able to get/remain focused.
P.S. I loved the joke in the beginning…why aren’t we ALL presidents 😂😂😂
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Lol! IKR? We should all be famous already!
Good point about making realistic goals. If I make the bar too high, I’m setting myself up. I try to make goals that I can reasonably reach… or at least break down a big goal into easy to take steps! 😊
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Right! Exactly- that’s the best way to do it 😎
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Love this. There are no coincidences. I needed to read this. I want to copy it and hang it up as a daily reminder to help me stay focused. 💜😊
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Me too, I plan on coming back to this as a reminder 😊 Another good question to ask is, “What current thought habits or roadblocks do I have in this area?” 😊😎☺️
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I wish there was a way to bookmark this post. So helpful. I have been struggling with this very thing.
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I wonder if it will let you save it in the reader? There’s usually that option at the bottom by like. I’m glad you enjoyed it! 😊
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