Or walk, stretch, run, or cycle. Just move your body daily. A few squats while the kettle boils might be just the thing. Or make a point to go up and down the stairs several times a day. Healthy ... mastered!
Or walk, stretch, run, or cycle. Just move your body daily. A few squats while the kettle boils might be just the thing. Or make a point to go up and down the stairs several times a day. Healthy ... mastered!
Gary Chapman, Ph.D., says the five love languages are physical touch, quality time, gifts, words of affirmation, and acts of service. Pick one per week and ask your family what it means to them. Then put their suggestions into practice. Life improvement ... immediate!
Give these answers with an air of confidence: "I'm fully booked right now." "I'll check my schedule and get back to you if I have an opening." "I can't, but let me recommend an alternate solution ..." Then smile and move on to the next activity on your schedule, even if it's "White Time."
You can use a calendar or a journaling book, but jot down daily wins. One way to do this is to "block" your activities (just a list, really) and mark them as "Done!" or with a checkmark. Then CELEBRATE your wins with a cup of tea, five minutes on the patio, or simply closing your eyes for a break. You deserve this, because for this small moment, it's all about YOU!
At the end of each week, here are three questions: What worked well this week? What was challenging? Can I make improvements next week? Do this each week (answer honestly) and your productivity will soar!