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Habits That Help You to Get More Done in Less Time
The reason I’m always looking for ways to get more done in less time is that there are many other things in life I enjoy.
Look, I’m not the most socially active person. It’s not like I travel all the time or go out every day. I like to have an empty calendar some days.
I’ll exercise, go to the sauna, read a book, watch a movie, or spend time on my hobby or side project. To get more done in less time doesn’t necessarily mean you have to work harder or wake up earlier.
It’s all about optimizing your time so you get the most out of every hour you work. It’s about working smarter and being more effective. Here are 4 habits that will help you to achieve that.
The Present Is Your Friend—Don’t Resist It
I was on a run the other day when I started to observe a dialogue in my head. I’ve been practicing Eastern Philosophy and Mindfulness for several years, and observing the mind is one of the skills I’ve learned to gain peace of mind.
We all have a voice inside of our heads that seems to commentate on everything it sees. It also loves to criticize you or push you to go after things it desires. Things like more food, money, sex, alcohol, drugs, travel, entertainment.
Here’s the dialogue I observed on my run:
Positive Affirmations For People Who Don’t Like Affirmations
I used to think that positive affirmations were nonsense. I’m not alone. Most of my friends truly can’t stand them. It just reminds you of the corny self-help audiotapes from the 80s and 90s.
And many of those corny affirmations are still around. The other day, I stumbled upon a picture of a sunset with this on it: “I radiate beauty, charm, and grace.” That stuff doesn’t resonate with me.
Stop Worrying About Missed Habits
What do you do when you missed your habits for a day? If you’re like most of us, you probably get disappointed with yourself.
We realize how important habits are, and we try hard to stick to them. And there’s a vast body of research that shows how beneficial habits can be. This only adds to the pressure to not screw up for a day.
But here’s one thing you hardly hear: If you take your habits to an extreme, it backfires on you. Here’s what I’m talking about. Have you ever said things like this to yourself?