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Reflecting on Time<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As we near the end of Q4, time has been a constant point of reflection. It\u2019s one of the most fleeting, non-replaceable resources that we engage with. We cannot possess it nor hold on to it. Where money, you can always get back, once time is spent, it\u2019s gone. But we can still use it wisely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About halfway through 2024, I got the nagging feeling I wasn\u2019t allocating my time properly. There was always something to balance; work, family, social life and hobbies all occurring at the same time and demanding my time. Even on my most productive workday, I knew I was sacrificing time for something else, something equally important. There was simply never enough time for everything! In that moment, when I felt the weight of missing out on the important things in life, with the weight of needing to do the things that would secure me living the life I desired, did I really sit down and take stock of my time. Here are some ways I\u2019ve been able to redirect and feel like I\u2019m about to work and play to my personal fulfilment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Being Aware of Time<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As we\u2019ve heard referenced before, psychologist Nathaniel Branden infamous quote \u201cthe first step toward change is awareness.\u201d To make a plan<\/a> on how to use time wisely, I had to sit and reflect on where I was spending my time. Not only thinking but writing and visualizing so I could see. 8 hours of work, 1-hour of travel, 2 hours of meal planning, 3-hours of film study, not to mention everything in between. As with proper handling of money, budgeting time is crucial. To see where you can make improvements, you must first recognize your current patterns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prioritizing Time<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe all have the same 24-hours.\u201d I\u2019ve heard numerous times before, which is truly not the case if you\u2019re sleeping the recommended 8-hours a night. So, how do we optimize those remaining 16 hours? Prioritize the important things and the necessities. Work, school, eating, resting\u2026 then allow the other non-immediate things to fill in. Many people use the Eisenhower Matrix<\/a> to determine the urgent, non-urgent, important and non-important tasks in their lives, but there are many tools to help decide which tasks need to be done immediately, and which ones we can schedule later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Routines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Creating a routine is putting everything on an automated schedule that allows you to ease through your day without feeling like something is left out. Just like your body getting naturally sleepy around 10pm with your central circadian clock, start aligning your day to have scheduled time for activities, without having to \u201cmake time\u201d for it later. By having a framework for your day, you\u2019re able to allocate time efficiently and eliminate the need to make decisions in real time. Decision fatigue<\/a> is known to impede the productive process. Having a routine<\/a> of organizing your wardrobe for the week or planning your meals eliminated those tedious tasks from everyday and allow us to spend more time with the \u201cbig things.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Daily, Weekly, Monthly Goals \u2013 Flexibility in unpredictable cases<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

What worked for me was establishing my goals on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis. Surprisingly, exercising helped me the most in this area. Regular exercise not only improves your mental health<\/a> by releasing feel-good chemicals, but it also highlights a great way to look at your goals. Understanding that you won\u2019t gain those 20 pounds by tomorrow or hit that PR on your first run, you\u2019re able to recognize that incremental wins are still important. Realizing that everything doesn\u2019t have to get done today because you\u2019ve planned for your progress. At the LEC we call it the \u201cLily Pad Method<\/a>.\u201d Realize that some goals can be done in a day, but give yourself space and realistic time for those goals that might take more than a few tries or more resources to attain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lastly, however you\u2019re spending your time, whether it\u2019s laying on the couch watching tv for 8 hours, spending time with loved ones, or working on a new idea, the most important part is being present. Living fully in the moment, not needing or wanting to be anywhere else and being content with what you have because you know you have allocated the proper time for it by prioritizing your goals. Free yourself from the guilt of \u201cI should be\u2026\u201d and know you\u2019re exactly where you need to be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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