Just like the next guy, I am personally getting tired of lists. How many lists to we really need? I mean most people give them a cursory glance and never implement anything. What good it that?
However, a long glance through a "list" provided by Texas Woman's University made me do some deep thinking. Their 52 Proven Stress relievers seriously hit home.
Before I give you a sample or the site, do yourself a favor and commit to taking at least 1 (ONE!) item from their list and implementing it. It not, you should get back to work...you're wasting time!
Here is what I plan on implementing. As simple as they are, I am continuously irritated at these 3 items:
- Always set up contingency plans, "just in case." ("If for some reason either of us is delayed, here's what we'll do. . ." kind of thing. Or, "If we get split up in the shopping center, here's where we'll meet.")
- (My #1 time killer) Say "No!" Saying "no" to extra projects, social activities, and invitations you know you don't have the time or energy for takes practice, self-respect, and a belief that everyone, everyday, needs quiet time to relax and be alone.
- Do one thing at a time. When you are with someone, be with that person and with no one or nothing else. When you are busy with a project, concentrate on doing that project and forget about everything else you have to do.
