I’ve spent years exploring the intricacies of time management. I’ve tried and tested countless techniques and strategies to help people make the most of their days. And what I’ve discovered is that we need to shift our mindset from “managing” time to “mastering” it. The secret lies in improving our relationship with time itself. It’s easy to fall into the trap of believing that time is our enemy. We constantly feel like we’re racing against the clock, desperately trying to squeeze more productivity out of every minute. But treating time like an adversary only serves to increase stress and mak ..read more

On the surface, it seems logical to have an overly specific calendar when it comes to scheduling every minute of our day. After all, we cannot manage what we don’t measure. However, there are risks associated with being too specific on your calendar. When we try to micromanage every detail of our day, we forget to leave room for the unexpected. We may become so focused on sticking to our plan that we miss opportunities for spontaneity and creativity. Moreover, being overly specific on our calendars can lead to feelings of overwhelm and anxiety. When we look at our schedule and see a long list ..read more

As a society, we’ve been taught to glorify early risers. We look up to those who are up at the crack of dawn, feeling energized and ready to tackle their day. We associate waking up early with productivity, success, and even morality. But what if I told you that becoming an early riser might not be the best thing for you? In fact, what if I told you that it could be doing more harm than good? The Fight Against Your Body Clock As a night owl who has tried to become an early riser, I can tell you from personal experience that fighting your body clock can be a losing battle. Sure, waking up at 5 ..read more

I’ve made no secret about my night owl tendencies. But whether you’re a night owl like me or not, it’s important to begin your day before bed. Not sure what you can do to make that happen? Well, these 20 tips are perfect for anyone who wants to start their day feeling refreshed, energized, and ready to tackle whatever comes their way. The List of Twenty You don’t need to do all 20 of these things. Just select what works for you now and then either add or modify the list to work for you over time. But I suggest you start with at least one thing that you’re not already doing now. Plan out your ..read more

Too often, we get caught up in the daily grind of our lives. We forget to take a step back and really examine how we’re spending our time. We go through the motions: ticking things off our to-do lists, taking endless (and sometimes senseless) meetings, and going to appointments. But we don’t stop to ask ourselves if we’re really making the most of the precious hours we have each day. That’s where taking a “time tour” comes in. It’s a simple concept but it can have a profound impact on your relationship with time. It’ll also improve your ability to be productive and your overall satisfaction w ..read more

Valentine’s Day is a special day dedicated to celebrating love and affection between intimate partners. While we often show our love and appreciation for others through gifts and special gestures, it’s equally important to show love to ourselves and the most precious resource we have: time. That’s why I propose a new holiday: “ValenTime’s Day”. The concept of ValenTime’s Day is simple: to make time a priority in our lives and celebrate the love and appreciation we have for it. Our lives are built around time, and it’s something that we can never get back. Whether it’s for work, family, friend ..read more

“Time makes more converts than reason.” Thomas Paine This quote has stood the test of time and remains just as relevant today as it was when it was first said. Let’s explore why this quote is so powerful and why it matters just as much in our modern world as it did in Paine’s time. The essence of this quote is that change, often driven by the passage of time, has a greater impact on people’s beliefs and attitudes than logical arguments and reasoning. In other words, people are often more likely to be swayed by what they see happening around them than by what someone is telling them should ha ..read more

Journaling has been a popular practice for centuries and for good reason. Not only does it offer a way to reflect and better understand your thoughts and feelings, but it can also improve your relationship with time and increase your overall productivity. Here are some of the benefits of journaling and tips on how to get started. The Benefits of Journaling Whether you’re looking to improve your time management skills, reduce stress, or boost your productivity, journaling can offer numerous benefits that can help you reach your goals and live a happier, more fulfilling life. Here are four spec ..read more

I’m cheating a bit with this. Why? Because I’ve already started my 2023. In fact, I’m a full three months in as I write this. You see,  I mirror my year with my kids’ school year. That means that I start in September and end it in August. And I typically slow down for July and August while my kids are off on summer break. But I recognize I’m in the minority. That’s why putting together this Year in Preview is happening now. Much like my Year in Review, I’m dividing this piece up into seasons, earmarking some of the highlights that I plan to make happen during each of them. Winter 2023 St ..read more

New Year’s Day hits different for me, not just in 2022. Mainly because it hits me on a different day altogether. For many years now, I’ve followed the school year that my kids follow as my yearly markers. So September 1st is when I officially start my year, affectionately known as my NOW Year (an acronym for Need to Do, Ought to Do, and Want to do). But that doesn’t mean I don’t acknowledge – and even appreciate – what January 1st is and has to offer. Even The NOW Year wall calendar starts in January. I also understand that I’m an outlier when it comes to when I make the start of my year, so ..read more