Tande-ism: When you write it down, you get it right! Tandelyn Weaver
Are your actions aligned with your true values? If you are like most women, you might have to stop for a moment and think about it!
Do you focus on what is really important in your life or do you get so caught up in your work that you truly forget the most important things in life? How much time and energy to you put into your loved ones, health, & energy?
Perhaps you want to spend time in several areas of life but you are so overwhelmed with the sheer size of one area (ex: career) or even the number of different things (ex: to do lists), you can't figure out what to do.
As a coach, this is a good time to talk about prioritizing.
1. I suggest to my clients that they take a look at each thing that they wish to do or need to do.
2. Put each item in a sequence according how important (from 1 - 10) it is to get it done.
3. Then put a deadline on each activity.
4. doing 2+3 creates a weighted average for each listed activity.
Now you can list them to numerical order.
Now, write down (preferably in a journal) why each one of these activities is important. As you dig deep into its value to you, you'll begin to get clarity on just what and why you need to put your attention on. by writing it down, you'll have a 'concrete" document which can act as daily reminder of what's really important to you.
These include building and sustaining positive relationships with your loved ones, family, and friends. Also include taking care of yourself, your health and well-being -- exercising regularly, eating properly, medical examinations, and rest and recreation. Really, these are the real things that make up the true meaning of life.
Do you focus on what is really important in your life or do you get so caught up in your work that you truly forget the most important things in life? How much time and energy to you put into your loved ones, health, & energy?
Perhaps you want to spend time in several areas of life but you are so overwhelmed with the sheer size of one area (ex: career) or even the number of different things (ex: to do lists), you can't figure out what to do.
As a coach, this is a good time to talk about prioritizing.
1. I suggest to my clients that they take a look at each thing that they wish to do or need to do.
2. Put each item in a sequence according how important (from 1 - 10) it is to get it done.
3. Then put a deadline on each activity.
4. doing 2+3 creates a weighted average for each listed activity.
Now you can list them to numerical order.
Now, write down (preferably in a journal) why each one of these activities is important. As you dig deep into its value to you, you'll begin to get clarity on just what and why you need to put your attention on. by writing it down, you'll have a 'concrete" document which can act as daily reminder of what's really important to you.
These include building and sustaining positive relationships with your loved ones, family, and friends. Also include taking care of yourself, your health and well-being -- exercising regularly, eating properly, medical examinations, and rest and recreation. Really, these are the real things that make up the true meaning of life.
When you keep a journal of all your goals, be sure to list the any successes you have. The journal can serve as a tool to see where you started and where you are now. Once you recognize the positive improvements, you'll have the additional benefits of increased confidence and higher self esteem.
Remember, when you are near the end of your life, you want to be able to look back and say with joy and contentment that "I enjoyed what I did with my life!" In general, people most likely will not say that they wished to have spent more time in the office."
Tell me: Are you overhwelmed? What areas are out of control? What are you willing to do about it?
1 comment:
I just read this blog entry today & how appropriate for me! Honestly, about an hour ago I was walking through my parking lot feeling a bit frazzled. As I was getting in my car I told myself to go home tonight and PRIORITIZE my life. I feel as if I'm trying to accomplish too many things at once & writing it down will give me a great visual guide. I bought a spiral notebook, then came inside, logged onto my computer and saw your "Write it down" entry. Are you inside my mind today or what?!
-Chicago, IL
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