Choices..some more life-isms

Going along with this time-management kick I have been on, I would like to talk about choices. We all make thousands of choices in a day, from what socks to put on in the morning, to what to do after dinner.  These choices we make can range in level from easy to extremely hard.  We have only so much patience for the choices we make, and many choices...especially for women...can be difficult, time consuming, and lead to unwanted stress.  I am usually plagued by making choices.  I have always struggled in this area...but recently I have been working on choice making and I found out some helpful hints...here are 3 that have made my life easier!

1.  Get rid of most of your "little" choices you have to make throughout the day.  I read that most presidents eliminate all the "small" choices that show up throughout the day so they can use their brain power on the more important choices.  They do not choose what they want for breakfast or lunch, they do not even choose their clothes in the morning (they just have the same suits for everyday).  By doing this, they are more focused and able to have a better result when making bigger decisions.  I have been trying to find places in my life where I can eliminate choice making...and it is a time and stress saver, too. Remember...time is precious ;)

2. Just make it.  This is my biggest weakness as a woman.  Often times I know my decision and know the exact choice I want to make, however, I do not want anyone else to be upset with the choice I make. I worry about others' feelings and the way others will look at me.  But sister, I am her to tell you... after researching this, most people are relieved when you make a choice. Besides, if they are really upset, they can say so...if they don't- that's their prerogative. Making the choice actually makes you seem confident and saves time! ....just make sure you say it nicely..."Let's go to sushi...unless anyone objects"...

3. When making big choices...go with your gut. Often times when we make big choices, we look to others.  This is smart...but only if you are looking to others who have your best interest...and more importantly are on the same page as you.  Your Grandma might have your best interest...but run a new business by her...and she might say something completely opposite of what you were wanting.  We have all been guilty of making a choice based on what others have said...then we have greatly regretted it.  Ask for advice...but then ask the reasons why someone gives you that advice....then make your own choice...following your instinct.  Remember...most give advice based on what they would do...or worse based on if it makes them jealous or not...Save time and energy by making your own choice!

Hope this helps...

What successful people do before breakfast...

Okay, so I am staying at home with my baby and I absolutely love spending time with her...but lets face it... hours and hours of little social interaction and not much to do can be hard.  I thrive on being productive and accomplishing things I set out to do.  These days..my to do list is small. However, I can't take on to big a project because I do want my time to go to my little Hana cakes.  Long story short...I have been feeding my mind by reading... a lot.  I have read 3 books in the last few days.  They are all books about success and making your life as amazing as you can.  One of the books I just finished is "What Successful People do before Breakfast".  A lot of people look at successful people and think....they got dealt a lucky hand...they got all the breaks.  However, if you dive into the lives of a lot of successful people they have one thing in common.  They maximize their time.  They have priorities.  They know how to manage their business, family, and even place an importance on taking care of themselves.  This book gave a powerful insight into how successful people utilize their time.  Especially time in the morning.  They do not waste the time in the morning on surfing the web or facebook, sitting and staring at the tv.  They use these hours for productivity.  The morning, for most people, is a time where our brains are the most ready to tackle new challenges (once we get out of bed of course)...and a time where we are most creative.  And I am not saying their isn't a time for social media and tv...there is...but why not wait for those activities for a time when your brain is tired and moving slow...for most of us this is in the late afternoon/evening...Successful people are utilizing there mornings to exercise, make business plans, have breakfast dates with their kids, and write novels.  They are maximizing there hours...and time is money... The biggest thing I learned was to make a plan for the morning hours...if you have extra, or could squeeze a few in...and then figure out what area of your life needs a makeover.  Do you feel like you are not spending enough time with your kids? Maybe you could squeeze in thirty minutes of play time. Or do you have amazing business ideas, but are too tired to get them down on paper in the evening?  Maybe you have been neglecting your health and an early morning run, yoga and healthy breakfast will help you reach a physical goal, or maybe you need to spend time spiritually, praying and meditating on God's word...now that is a successful start to your day.  I am very interested in time management and ideas that make people successful...share the way you spend your morning if you have great ideas!!!