A step back is not necessarily a sign of weakness or defeat. There is a need in our world to reflect and take a deep breath. Those of us who love to push ahead and keep pressing on, the need to hit the pause button and take some time to think unhurriedly. It is very appropriate at specific points to take a time out. It is okay to step back…
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Routines are a part of all of our lives. At one time, someone had to remind you to brush your teeth and comb your hair. These were not things you were born doing. You had to learn how and then had to incorporate the practice into your everyday life. Little to any thought is given today to brushing your teeth or combing your hair, and it is such a habit…
Read MoreMorning Routine Revisited
When thinking about productivity and getting things done I have found nothing accelerates your life like a meaningful and consistent morning routine. Allow me to back up for a moment by stating that my morning routine starts for me with an evening routine. I will leave evening routines for another time except for the fact that I take a few minutes in the evening to prepare for the next morning.…
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Time-management is self-management or life-management. Time is the building blocks of life. “Time is what we want most, and use worst.” (William Penn). This present minute is all that we have, we must make the most of the minutes we have. To manage our time, we decide that we will not waste our time and we will fight off laziness and procrastination. The biggest battles in life you will wage are mostly against your own lethargy, laziness…
Read MoreDaily Habits
I read this statement recently: 90% of success is found in your daily habits. This reminder helps me understand that I cannot go through life, blaming others for my situation. It is good to have clarity and come to realize that I do have control over my life. I have no control over much of what happens, but I do have control over my attitude! I also have control over the daily practices that…
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