Breaking tasks down into smaller, manageable steps can be a game-changer for those with larger tasks. It helps maintain focus, reduces overwhelm, and increases productivity. By taking one step at a time, you can tackle challenges effectively and celebrate small victories along the way.
Is loading the dishwasher overwhelming each night?
If you don’t open it today, you will have more to pen the next day, which will take longer. The bigger the pile, the greater the problems it creates and more significant issues like late payments for bills. Open as soon as it comes. Don’t put it down to tomorrow, as tomorrow never comes.
It is easy to lose track of the subscriptions we pay. There are so many, and tracking them can be overwhelming. Start today by Making a simple six-column list with the following headings 1: Subscription name 2: Cost 3: Date due 4: Frequency 5: Back account or card used to pay for it 6: Does it auto-renew or end example, once a month or annually Once you have done this, start with your bank statements for the last month and write down each subscription on the bank statement using the list, then m...
Write down a list of all incoming money for the month Wages, government benefits, pension, all income you have coming in Write down in three columns the date you receive it, the source and how much you get Then total the amounts, and now you know how much you have each month.
Is the thought of working out who to pay and when to pay them overwhelming A bill comes in, and you say you will pay it later Then forget all about it till the late payment fee letter arrives And now you have more stress added to your day The answer is budgeting. The hard part is finding the right tools to help you budget. Not every tool will be right for you
Choose a Physical Activity You Enjoy Doing Don't pick an exercise you will hate doing. Everybody is different; some people like group activities and others like to be alone. I like walking, listening to music, audiobooks or podcasts There are lots of ways to exercise, and it does not have to cost a fortune to do exercise either
Choose a Physical Activity You Enjoy Doing Don't pick an exercise you will hate doing. Everybody is different; some people like group activities and others like to be alone. I like walking, listening to music, audiobooks or podcasts There are lots of ways to exercise, and it does not have to cost a fortune to do exercise either
Are you just beginning your exercise program? Start by taking baby steps first. If you are a couch potato who has never done any walking, start with a 15-minute walk each day Don't try and do 5 miles on day one; you can run 5 miles next week. But seriously, for the first week, do 15 mins a day and then start building it up bit by bit.
Are you Starting an Exercise Routine for Managing Diabetes? Getting into a regular exercise routine takes patience and determination, but don't give up. When you start seeing the results of exercising regularly, you won't want to stop — and that's the greatest motivation ever.
Are your finances a mess? Is it costing you money because of late payment fees? Is your credit score suffering because of the late payments? If the answer is yes It's time you did a budget. Work out what you have coming in and what you have going out Automate as many payments as you can Set up weekly or monthly reminders if you can't or don't like automated payments. Pay the bills on due dates and pay them on time. Don't put it to one side when a bill comes in and say I will deal with it later. ...
Do you find that you hate cleaning, and it overwhelms you? When you do it one day a week Start doing a little bit each day. Break the cleaning jobs down into small chunks, like wipe the countertops and then take a break and reward yourself with a coffee. Then move on to another task on your list, not cleaning-related. Breaking the tedious task like cleaning down into manageable chunks helps stop them from overwhelming you.
Create space Only have the things you need daily, put everything else away in draws and boxes and keep a list of the contents so you can easily find them later when you need them. Designate specific areas for your keys, bills, and other items that can be easily misplaced. This Simple, uncluttered organisation will help make your life easier.
How many times do you put laundry in the washing machine then forget to take it out, then you have to rewash it because it smells musty Have you thought about how much this costs you a year to rewash all these loads of washing Set a timer to remind you Add a reminder to Alexa or Google. This easy tip will save you money and time.
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Many people use affirmations for personal development and to help them meet their life goals. But did you know you can use affirmations to build resilience and combat stress? Whether it's a one-off stress, like having to give a presentation or an ongoing stressful issue, you can create the right affirmations to support you through. Affirmations will help you deal better with current stress, and over time, prevent future anxiety.
Everyone worries, it’s only natural. It’s even healthy to have a certain amount of anxiety about the future. Be it growing old, losing a job, the end of a relationship, or hoping all your children grow up happy and healthy, everyone has something causing worries about the future. Unfortunately, many people find themselves in a downward spiral of unwarranted worries. Even legitimate causes of stress and anxiety aren’t improved with worry. There are healthy ways to stop wasting precious time worry...
Why Are You Listening to Fake News? Don’t you know the world is about to end? Chances are if you pay any attention to the news, you’ve seen doom and gloom predictions everywhere. It’s no wonder your self-talk has been suffering.
Who’s with You? Have you been feeling like you’ve been dragging along, without any real interest in the world around you? If so, you might want to do a quick self-check. Ask yourself, what have you been telling yourself, and then ask yourself who you’ve been hanging out with.
What’s the Worst that can Happen? We’re taught from the time we’re small to be wary of failure. It starts with our parents when we learn to walk, with every admonition to be careful, and every tear when we fall. As a result, we carry those fears with us into adulthood, in the form of the negative self-talk which assures us every time we try, we could equally fail.
What do you Really Believe? Our self-talk is frequently rooted in our beliefs about ourselves and the world around us. The problem is, in today’s crazy world, there’s more negativity coming at you than positivity. Everyone can’t wait to tell you all the ways something will go wrong, especially in regards to the things you dream of accomplishing.
Start by Saying, “Thank You” When you look outward at the world around you, your life changes significantly, in ways you might never realize. Negative Self-talk has a way of getting you down. This is a proven fact. The question is, how to get out of an endless loop of criticism and negative energy? The quick fix is to start with where you’re putting your attention. Take the attention off of yourself. Instead, consider how to leave a more positive impact on the world around you....
Now See This The problem with negative self-talk is we’ve got it all memorized. There’s nothing new to be discovered in negativity. We’ve heard all the cautions, the warnings, the dire predictions so many times we can recite them word for word. Self-talk is repetitive and incredibly insidious, worming its way past every attempt to change it.
Listen to Yourself Self-talk is a powerful force, one with the ability to either stop you cold or send you into the realm of success. It all stems from what’s in your head, the thoughts, positive or negative, that you carry with you throughout the day.
Let the Past Stay Buried We’ve all had negative experiences in the past. You can’t exist without having had at least one person in your life who made you feel less than you are. Nor has every experience been absolutely perfect. This is normal. It’s what we do with those experiences that matter most.
Numerous scientific studies have proven a more optimistic attitude will benefit you in terms of mental health and well-being. Even more intriguing is the idea that positive self-talk can lead to better physical health, happiness, and success in every aspect of your life. With so much at stake, it’s obvious that switching your brain over to a habit of positive self-talk is not only a good idea but a necessary one if you truly wish to become all you can possibly be. How can you train your brain to...
Get Moving Nothing bad comes from exercise. In fact, not only do you improve your health with regular physical activity, but you become more creative. You think clearer. Even more important is the resulting shift in brain chemicals, leading to more positive and happy emotions.
Negative self-talk impacts your life in more ways than you can ever imagine. Without realizing it, we become our own worst enemies, stripping ourselves of self-confidence and peace of mind. Left unchecked, this lack of positivity in our lives can start affecting our health, leaving us worried and stressed, unable to relax. Fixing it? This is actually easier than you think. It all starts with positive self-talk and following these six practical steps. You start by catching yourself in the act. Th...
