Whew, life can get crazy sometimes! Between work, family commitments, and finding time for yourself, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. Sometimes it’s hard to turn off your racing thoughts.
Do you wish you could focus your mind and stop being so distracted? Not to mention getting back the hours you spend searching for lost keys and fixing careless errors because you’re doing too many things at once.
Getting organized and thinking positive are two powerful ways to help you take control of your thoughts, reduce stress, and sharpen your focus.
Strategies for Getting Organized:
- Set priorities. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, cut back on your commitments. It’s easy to say yes to everything, but that leads to burnout. Determine which activities give you the most satisfaction and let go of the rest.
- Plan your schedule. Manage your time to devote more resources to your top priorities. Make a list of the things you want to accomplish and set specific deadlines.
- Tidy up; your physical surroundings affect your productivity. Clear off your desk and kitchen counters. Upgrade your storage and filing systems. Take your shoes off when you come in the door and use paper-free options as much as possible.
- Simplify your lifestyle. Value quality more than quantity. Limit your possessions and media consumption. Turn off your phone for at least one hour daily, especially during mealtimes and before bed. Yep, you heard that right, turn your phone OFF.
- Slow down. Avoid rushing around. Allow yourself enough time to get dressed in the morning and do your grocery shopping. Try to attend fewer meetings and take breaks throughout the day.
- Breathe deeply. When you’re under pressure, your breath becomes shallow and rapid. Inhale slowly through your nose and feel your abdomen rise and fall. You’ll think more clearly when your brain is getting more oxygen.
Tips for Thinking Positive:
- Explore your purpose. Think about what makes your life meaningful and satisfying. It’s easier to persevere through challenges if you remember the reasons behind your activities.
- Focus on solutions. Shift your attention to the things you can control. Break big projects down into smaller steps. Create short-term goals and milestones to see that you’re making progress.
- Cultivate gratitude. Count your blessings each morning or before you go to sleep. Keep a journal where you can write about the happy events that occur each day. Let others know when their presence makes a difference in your life.
- Seek support. Surround yourself with family and friends who love and care about you. Please talk about your feelings and ask for help when you need it. Gather together to have fun and laugh.
- Give generously. Helping others can put your own troubles into perspective and strengthen your sense of belonging. You also build your confidence by putting your skills to work. The more you give, the more you get back.
- Practice self-care. Your physical health affects your mental well-being. Look after yourself with a nutritious diet and regular exercise. Get plenty of sleep and spend time doing things you love.
Clearing away all the mental clutter allows you to accomplish more with less effort. Getting organized will make your days more orderly and peaceful. Even if you’re not an optimist by nature, you can train yourself to look on the bright side.
Declutter your mind to help create the life you want and deserve. You’ll feel happier, have more energy, and you may just live longer.
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