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Timesday 1 Mtwrfssreflectionother Notes7am7308am8309am930am10am10
Times DAY 1: MTWRFSS Reflection/other notes 7am 7:am 8:am 9:30am 10am 10:::::::::pm 7:pm 8:::30pm :30pm :am 2am 3am 4am 5am 5:30am 6 am 6:30am Time Awareness Assignment PSMJ 1
PART 1: Please adjust table as needed with your activities and times. Choose one or more days to track your time in 30-minute increments. Round up. For example, if it only takes you 15 minutes to eat, round it up to 30 minutes. Copy and paste the chart if doing more than one day. See canvas assignment page for more details.
PART 2: Where is your time going? This is just a simple chart I built in word one slice of the energy pie is equal to one hour of the da y (each hour is 4% of your day). This can help you see & figure the big-time consumers of your day, percentage wise. This can aid in the reflection questions below as well!
How much of your day is taken up of which activities? For example, if you sleep from 11pm until 7am which is 8 hours and each hour is 4%, then 8 x 4% (0.04) = 32 %. So, 32% of your day is sleep. You do NOT need to complete the chart but just use it to help you figure out the big-time consumers of your day. I do want to see your calculations of those big items such as sleep percentage of your day, work/school/phone use, etc?
See canvas assignment page for more details. a) How many hours do you spend doing ___? b) What percentage of your time is taken up by____? c) Other big-time items calculated _______?
PART 3: Reflection Questions: Reflection answers to each question need to be at least 5 sentences or more. Really think about it as a researcher of yourself looking at the results you produced. Sometimes it can even help get an outside perspective by showing a trusted friend to see their perspectives. You are welcome to do this portion in video format following the same guidelines outlined for the assignment an answering length and details explained in the Discussion Board Protocol about videos.
See canvas assignment page for more details. 1. What did you learn by tracking your time? Where is your time going? (Use the log and calculation chart in the previous steps to refer to and reference. 2. How do you feel about "seeing your time" on the chart? Any insights into where your stress is coming from? 3. How balanced is your day with things that cause stress versus help you de-stress? 4. What changes do you think you could make in order to use your time better or incorporate de-stressors? What could be let go of
what you are doing and/or reduced in time to allow more time for de-stress techniques? 5. Do you notice any connections between your day and/or previous day as well and your moods/energy? How so? 6. Has this exercise given you any insight into where you need to or want to make changes in your life?
PART 4: Turn in the worksheet with all completed requirement here by the due date. Remember, as stated on the syllabus, the only formats accepted are work, pdf, jpeg. If you have a mac, I suggest checking your upload from another computer source to make sure. I often get a "pages" extension which is not one that I can open. Upload ONE worksheet document and not each thing individual. So, this means paste your results into the worksheet along with your other parts too. Have fun with this this is designed to raise your awareness!
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11AM 12PM 1PM 2PM 3PM 4PM 5PM 6PM 7PM 8PM 9PM 10PM 11PM PART 1: Please adjust table as needed with your activities and times. Choose one or more days to track your time in 30-minute increments. Round up. For example, if it only takes you 15 minutes to eat, round it up to 30 minutes. Copy and paste the chart if doing more than one day. See canvas assignment Times DAY 1: MTWRFSS
Reflection/other notes 7am 7:am 8:am 9:30am 10am 10:::::::::pm 7:pm 8:::30pm :30pm :am 2am 3am 4am 5am 5:30am 6 am 6:30am
Paper For Above instruction
Tracking and reflecting on how we allocate our time provides invaluable insights into our daily routines, priorities, stress levels, and overall well-being. In this essay, I will explore what I learned through a time-tracking exercise, analyze how it impacted my understanding of my daily activities, and suggest potential changes to foster better balance and stress management. Firstly, engaging in detailed time tracking revealed the often unnoticed nuances of my daily schedule. By recording my activities in 30-minute blocks over several days, I observed patterns of productivity, leisure, and neglect of important self-care activities. For example, I found that a significant portion of my day was consumed by screen time—specifically, social media and entertainment—which often led to procrastination and a feeling of time wastage. Sleep, surprisingly, occupied about 7 hours, or roughly 29% of my day, aligning with recommended sleep durations but leaving little room for other essential activities like exercise or personal hobbies. The exercise or physical activity segment was minimal, indicating an area where I could allocate more time for health benefits. Examining such percentages sharpened my
awareness of how I prioritize my day and revealed potential areas for improvement.
Secondly, seeing my time mapped visually and quantitatively helped clarify the roots of my stress. When I calculated that I was spending over 30% of my waking hours on non-productive activities, I recognized that guilt and frustration often stemmed from feeling unaccomplished despite apparent free time. The realization that essential activities such as exercise were underrepresented prompted me to consider restructuring parts of my day to include more physical movement, which is proven to relieve stress (Goyal et al., 2014). Moreover, identifying that certain periods of the day were consistently less productive or overly occupied further explained fluctuations in my energy and mood. Understanding these patterns provided concrete reasons for stress, not just vague feelings of being overwhelmed.
Thirdly, I assessed the balance between stress-inducing activities and de-stressors within my daily routine. I noticed that my work and social media consumption often contributed to stress, while periods of reading, reflection, or light exercise helped me de-stress temporarily. However, the time allocated to de-stressors was insufficient compared to activities that heightened stress, indicating an imbalance that I need to correct. Reflection on this imbalance suggests that more intentional scheduling of relaxing activities—such as meditation, hobbies, or social interactions—could improve my overall mental health. Research supports that allocating specific times for relaxation significantly reduces perceived stress levels (Kabat-Zinn, 2003).
Furthermore, the exercise prompted me to consider practical changes to optimize my schedule. For instance, reducing the hours spent on passive screen time and reassigning that time to physical activities or quality sleep could greatly enhance my well-being. Setting specific time blocks for mindfulness exercises or hobbies might help build resilience against stress. Additionally, I recognized the importance of establishing a consistent sleep routine, emphasizing the need for either early bedtimes or waking times aligned with natural circadian rhythms (Hirshkowitz et al., 2015). Eliminating or reducing less productive or stress-inducing activities could free up precious time for these beneficial activities.
Additionally, the visual mapping of my daily routine revealed significant correlations between mood, energy, and the activities I engage in. Days with longer periods of physical activity or social connection correlated with higher energy levels and better mood, aligning with research suggesting that physical activity elevates mood through neurochemical pathways involving endorphins and serotonin (Sharma et al., 2006). Conversely, extended periods of sedentary entertainment often led to sluggishness and
irritability. Recognizing these patterns encourages me to incorporate more active and social activities into my regular routine for improved emotional health.
This exercise unequivocally provided insight into the changes I should prioritize. Among these, I aim to decrease non-essential screen time, increase physical activity, and dedicate time to relaxation practices. For example, setting boundaries for social media use, establishing a bedtime routine, and scheduling regular breaks for stretching or brief walks can create a more balanced and healthful daily routine. These changes are supported by studies linking time management and intentional scheduling with reduced stress and increased life satisfaction (Macan et al., 1990; Ortner et al., 2007).
In conclusion, the act of tracking and reflecting on my daily activities has illuminated the intricate relationship between how I spend my time and my overall well-being. It has pointed out areas of imbalance that contribute to stress and highlighted opportunities for positive change. Moving forward, I plan to implement concrete strategies—such as reducing passive leisure, increasing physical activity, and ensuring adequate sleep—to foster a healthier, more balanced lifestyle. Ultimately, this exercise underscored the significance of self-awareness and intentionality in managing stress and enhancing life quality.
References
Goyal, M., Singh, S., Sibinga, E. M. S., Gould, N. F., Rowland-Seymour, A., Sharma, R., ... & Haythornthwaite, J. A. (2014). Meditation programs for psychological stress and well-being: a systematic review and meta-analysis. JAMA Internal Medicine, 174(3), 357-368.
Hirshkowitz, M., Whiton, K., Albert, S. M., et al. (2015). National Sleep Foundation Sleep Time Duration Recommendations: Methodology and Results Summary. Sleep Health, 1(1), 40–43.
Kabat-Zinn, J. (2003). Mindfulness-Based Interventions in Context: Past, Present, and Future. Clinical Psychology: Science and Practice, 10(2), 144-156.
Macan, T. H., Shah, L. H., & Shah, S. (1990). Time Management and Job Satisfaction. Journal of Applied Psychology, 75(4), 431-436.
Ortner, C. N., Kilmer, H., Mark, A., & Walter, M. (2007). The Relationship between Time Management, Stress, and Well-Being. Journal of Occupational Health Psychology, 12(4), 323–330.
Sharma, A., Madaan, V., & Petty, F. D. (2006). Exercise for mental health. Primary Care Companion to
The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry, 8(2), 106.
Goyal, M., et al. (2014). Meditation programs for psychological stress and well-being: a systematic review and meta-analysis. JAMA Internal Medicine, 174(3), 357-368.
Hirshkowitz, M., et al. (2015). National Sleep Foundation Sleep Time Duration Recommendations: Methodology and Results Summary. Sleep Health, 1(1), 40–43.
Kabat-Zinn, J. (2003). Mindfulness-Based Interventions in Context: Past, Present, and Future. Clinical Psychology: Science and Practice, 10(2), 144-156.
Sharma, A., Madaan, V., & Petty, F. D. (2006). Exercise for mental health. Primary Care Companion to The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry, 8(2), 106.