The pace of modern life is so high that the problem of constant lack of time becomes very urgent. In order not to become an eternally rushing and late person everywhere, it is worth working on the issues of self-organization and control.
The main reasons for the constant lack of time
Punctuality, composure, responsibility are qualities that are appreciated not only by employers, but also by your family members, your friends, work colleagues, etc. How to have time to complete all the planned tasks, fulfill the promises made, make the appointments?
Correctly weigh your possibilities, correlate them with the tasks set for yourself. You can of course make tons of promises. For example, the husband - to cook his favorite Irish stew, the children - to go with them to the zoo, to the parents - to buy and bring a new TV, to the boss - to submit the report on time, to friends - to sit with them in a cafe, to the sister - to visit their nephews, etc. etc. And you promise to do all this in one day.
What is the likelihood that you will have time to do all this today? Very small unless you have jet speeds and superhuman stamina reserves. Someone will certainly not wait for the fulfillment of your promise, with all the ensuing consequences. To prevent this from happening, do not plan too much for one day.
Make it a rule to distribute all major events a week or two in advance. For example, today after work you cook your husband his favorite dish, tomorrow you will please your parents with a new TV set, and then you will visit your nephews; go to the zoo with your kids on weekends, etc. Don't bunch up all the things - be able to highlight those that need to be done in the first place, and those that can wait.
Learn to say no if you know you won't be able to keep a promise. It is better to give it up right away, motivating your refusal to be busy. Saying "yes" and not keeping your word, you will not only be forced to look for excuses, but you will also be known as a non-punctual person you cannot rely on.
Learn to spend your time efficiently. Some people can spend hours playing computer games, chatting with someone on the phone, watching TV aimlessly, remembering only when they remember an unfulfilled business or promise. In this case, strict self-control, a fight against passivity and laziness, internal motivation to do this or that task, and healthy self-criticism are necessary.
Down with the overwhelming load
Don't take on too many household chores; share them with other family members. Do not seek to protect everyone at home from household worries by taking the cleaning, cooking, shopping, repairs and other household “joys” onto yourself.
Sometimes women, as well as men, believe that the spouse is only a breadwinner; in the process of transferring the salary to his wife, his responsibilities at home end. Do not become a supporter of such a home-building lifestyle in your family. Otherwise, you really will not have enough time for anything, as a result, you will acquire chronic fatigue syndrome. Modern men can perfectly cope with many of the once considered purely "female" duties: take a walk with a child, cook dinner, vacuum, wash the floor in the apartment, go to the store, etc.
Do not compete with anyone - neighbors, colleagues, friends, etc. in the race for material values. Remember that, alas, you cannot buy the health spent on increasing well-being. Pay attention to relaxation, do not seek to embrace everything in the world. Plan your business in advance, save time and you will have more opportunities for a comfortable, harmonious life.
