Living in the 21st century can be overwhelming. Your job is busier than ever, your kids are involved in several after-school activities, and you’re busy keeping up with everything else around the house. Yet, you long to do other things that require a time commitment. Will you ever be able to juggle everything and still do the things you enjoy?
The road to success and the road to failure are almost exactly the same
– Colin R. Davis
Institute these changes today so you can achieve the success you crave:
1. Obtain a calendar and use it.
If you’re trying to juggle too many things, it’s imperative that you have a calendar. A calendar will help you schedule events, keep track of where you need to be, and figure out how much time is left over.
- Buy a pocket calendar at your local office supply store and keep it in your purse or briefcase.
- Alternatively, use the scheduling program in your smartphone.
- Use your calendar as a way to keep track of all the important events in your life.
2. Write Everything Down.
You can be more realistic about what you can accomplish when you write down everything you have to do. This will help keep you focused and on-task.
You deserve to have a restful mind. Avoid having chaos in your head by keeping a written record.
3. Be realistic about the timelines you establish
Can you really get ready for the neighborhood yard sale in 3 days? Gauge how much time you’ll need to be fully prepared and create a reasonable timeline for big projects.