Archive for May, 2009

I am able to minimize my stress

Because I am organized, I am able to minimize my daily stress.

I take the necessary time to be organized because I know that doing so minimizes my daily stress. While it is sometimes tempting to rush into a work week or a project, I recognize that my time is like money; I have to spend some to gain some.

I organize my time to facilitate my goals by pruning off activities that drain me of my time and energy. I recognize that, like everyone else, my time is not limitless. I choose to set aside specific times for those activities that are important to me and I let the rest go.

I set aside time at the beginning of each project to make sure I have a clear picture of where I am going and that I have the resources I need to get there. This way I don’t end up whittling it away on pointless and avoidable activities.

For example, I see no point in wasting time hunting for my keys each morning, so I set a basket by the door to drop them in each night.

Supplies are stocked and organized by my desk to prevent wasted time and distraction when I am in the middle of my work.

A weekly menu eliminates waste when I shop and minimizes my time in the kitchen.
I take a few minutes to do each of these things on a periodic basis so I can have more time to focus on what is truly important in my life.

Self-Reflection Questions:

1.What excuses do I give myself for not being organized?
2.What frequent time wasters can be minimized or eliminated?
3.What can I do, today, to begin the process of getting organized?

A little preparation takes me a long way

A little preparation takes me a long way in easing strain and stress.

Being prepared makes living my life easier. I am so glad that I have discovered ways to effectively manage my everyday life.

Choosing to proactively prepare for the day is such a simple way for me to remove stress from my life. Just a little preparation can make such a big difference in my attitudes and perspectives.

Every morning, I take a few moments to review my commitments for the day. I also jot down a list of things I need to accomplish so I can stay focused on my goals. Knowing my deadlines and prioritizing my tasks is an effective way to ease the strain in my life.

When I have an important deadline approaching, I enlist the help of others. I also make schedules and set aside time to work on the project. Making clear plans and feeling like I am in control is a great way to ease anxiety. Since I take actions to keep my projects on schedule, I am confident that I can reach my goals. Preparing for success ensures that I succeed.

The stress I once had in my life is gone because I have taken proactive steps toward organizing my life. Anxiety can be prevented. I am so relieved to have found systems that help me manage my life.

I am ready for any project and each task I approach seems more manageable. Preparation is a useful tool that I implement in my life. I am ready to succeed because I am prepared.

Self-Reflection Questions:

1.How do I prepare for the tasks and projects in my life?
2.How does preparation ease my stress and strain?
3.How could I take a more proactive approach to reach my goals?

My help is graciously offered without expectations.

When I help others I feel valued and gain a sense of purpose in my life. I enjoy helping others simply for the joy in sharing. I wholeheartedly respect others as I would like to be respected.

I extend myself to those who need my help and they owe me nothing in return. I enjoy making myself available and accessible to others. This is my way of extending a caring attitude throughout the world.

Each day I find ways of helping everyone around me, whether it is a stranger on the street, a colleague at work, or a family member at home. It makes me feel good to help and I require no reward or payment in return.

Extending my help to others is easy and I strive to make everyones day just a little easier, just as I would want for myself.

It gladdens my heart and strengthens my spirit when I can lend a hand to other people. I am empowered when I help others, especially when they do not know that it was me that helped. Secretly assisting others can be fun; the game is in not being caught!

Self-Reflection Questions:

1.Have I practiced helping others without expectation?
2.How might I help a stranger, friend or family member today?
3.How do I feel after I help others?