Wouldn’t it be great if we could stretch out time to meet our needs and wants? What a relief to have an extra day here and there to ease the stress of a deadline. If we could just personalize time that way . . . What an absurd stretch of the mind. So, we cannot personalize time itself but we sure can personalize our use of time. And we must because time is our most precious resource for stress relief. Our current blog…
So much to do, so little time. Is it possible to get more done and get it done well within the constraints of your present schedule? How can you get the maximum benefit for any given amount of time? Could you accomplish this with less stress or no stress? The answers: Yes. Before we reveal how - - - Our previous post, Time Management: Up Close and Personal, delved into three essentials for mastering your time: assessing how you are currently spending…
Are you a to-do list maker? If yes, congratulations. Read on to become a To-Do List Virtuoso. If not, you likely will be after reading how to implement our No-Stress No-Tech Super Time Management Tool, a special professional way of creating to-do lists. Our previous post detailed the foundational steps. We learned that the No-Stress No-Tech Super Time Management Tool is like a partner that keeps you on target and accountable, realistic and thorough. You accomplish your tasks and you meet your goals. With this…
Absolute Distraction Disrupts, Absolutely! Unless you reside or work in a solitary, secluded place, you most likely have exposure to extraneous activity in your surroundings. Sounds, sights, and events totally unrelated to your present task may abruptly and completely grab your attention. Your eyes, ears, mind, and sometimes body quickly switch gears to another point of focus. How does it feel to be jarred from your work? This Udemy In Depth: 2018 Workplace Distraction Report graphs the impact of distraction in…
Is electronic distraction stressing you out? We are a society immersed in an Age of Electronics. Pundits call it the Age of Distraction. Still others say we are in the Age of Stress. Every form of sight and sound is readily available in your pocket 24/7. Technology has upgraded electronics from conveniences to necessities. They're easy, fun, and addictive. Electronic Distraction Is a Bigger Problem Than You Think A Scientific American survey revealed -- Adults spend nearly 10 hours every…
Your distraction-free workspace is your sanctuary for success. Give some thought to workspace particulars and enjoy a lower stress level. In a moment, we're going to look at professional prevention strategies. They will ensure outside distractions stay where they belong, on the outside. Not in your private workspace. But first, do you ever find uninvited visitors or electronic media communications interrupting your work? These are arguably the most prevalent distractions in the workplace. Regarding human and electronic distractions, be sure…
On a regular day, do you tend to - - Start your work with the easier tasks rather than the more difficult ones? Choose pleasurable activities over the tasks that are more important? Leave an item on your To-Do list long after it should have been done? If you find yourself indulging in such behaviors, then you are procrastinating. Many people do this from time to time. On the other hand, if your regular way of doing things, then you…
I try to take one day at a time, but sometimes several days attack me at once. Ashleigh Brilliant People complain about not having enough time to do things. There are just too many things to do. Many say too many distractions slow them down and they can't complete their work. How many people attribute their time management issues to procrastination? Here's a recent statistic. …
Patient: Hey, Doc. I have a procrastination problem. Can you help? Doctor: Sure! We have an outpatient procedure called kick in the butt. Or you can cure it yourself with this prescription: A Daily Dose of Motivation. Read about it in this article and you'll never procrastinate again! Patient: Hmm - I'll take the Do It Yourself Daily Dose of Motivation -- doctor's orders. Motivation Cures Procrastination -- without Pain In Part 1 of this series, we investigated the causes of procrastination discovered…
Do you think there is more optimism in the world or more pessimism? Do people tend to be more positive or more negative? If you think pessimism and negativity reign, you are statistically correct. Furthermore, pessimism and negativity cause stress. In this post you will learn: Is it natural to be negative? How prevalent is negativity in today’s society? What causes the prevailing negativity? Is negativity contagious? How is negativity harmful to you? Health benefits of optimism Negative Thinking Habits…