Life Purpose Matters Magazine - Issue 1

SPECIAL EDITION

MAGAZINE

LEARN HOW TO MAKE TIME FOR YOU IN YOUR HECTIC IN THE MIDST OF DOING LIFE IT ALL, DO YOU

TOP TIPS TO BEAT PROCRASTINATION

REMEMBER TO TAKE TIME FOR?

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WAYS TO START WORKING SMARTER, NOT HARDER…

THAT WILL BRING YOU MORE JOY IN 2016!

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MARKETING TIP OF THE DAY

In your drive for excellence, you may take on so

from stressors or even family members, then

many projects that life often seems chaotic. In the

that's what you must do! This time allows you

midst of doing it all, do you remember to take

to properly transition from your work life to

time for yourself?

your home life. 

Explain this new technique to your

Spending time on YOU is critical! It enables

family so that they understand its

you to feel rested, calm, stress-free, and fulfilled.

importance. This way, no one feels

When you've had proper rest, you can

like you're just avoiding them!

accomplish more and maintain the stamina to continue.

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A simple strategy is to soak in the bath for 15 minutes. The water will relax you, and you'll feel refreshed

On the other hand, if you neglect to make time for

after a long day.

yourself, you're more likely to become depressed, stressed, or unhappy.

3. Take advantage of your lunch break. Your lunch break is there for you to do what you

Consider using these strategies to reap some rejuvenating time for yourself:

please. After you eat, make good use of your time by going for a walk, exercising, listening to inspiring music, or even get in a bit of

1. Pencil yourself in. Make time for yourself by

shopping if that's what relaxes you.

adding it as a priority in your schedule. As you fill out your planner, include it along with your other important tasks and stick to the appointment!

Enjoy a break while the kids nap. Here's a good tip for stay at home mums. Give yourself some much needed "you" time whenever your children sleep. You might be tempted to get as

2. Give yourself 15 minutes when you get home. Insist on at least 15 minutes of recoup and rejuvenation time when you get home from work. If you have to lock yourself away

much work done as you can while they're asleep, but you'll find you actually get more done if you give yourself a chance to rest and rejuvenate yourself. Continue on Page 3

MARKETING TIP OF THE DAY

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Explore new ways of accomplishing things like household tasks while your

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kids are up. For example, turn chores into learning games that you can all participate in.

5. Go to sleep earlier. Going to sleep earlier at night will enable you to get up in time to

Does it seem like you’ve tried everything in your power to figure it out, and yet, despite your best intentions, you’re still plagued with: 

Not knowing how to even get started

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Not understanding what you want your life to look like

enjoy some morning "me" time. Just think how pleasant it would be to enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning without having to look at your watch.

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6. Take a vacation day. Take a vacation day to just relax and do whatever you like. You don't have to take a trip to take a vacation!

Time spent on your favorite hobbies will also rejuvenate you. When you return to work, your renewed energy may surprise you!

At first glance, these strategies may look difficult to implement into your busy routine. A good way to get started with them is to incorporate just one at a time. As you become accustomed to that one strategy, you can add another, and then another, until one day you'll find that making time for yourself is easy.

Once you learn to make time for you, you'll have more energy and time to enjoy the good things life has to offer.

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Is procrastination a serious challenge in your

20 minutes on it. Getting starting is the tough

life? Admittedly, it can be difficult to do things

part.

we don't want to do. Even when we know that

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waiting too long will create a lot of challenges,

Make it as easy to get started as you possibly can.

getting started can still seem impossible.

Unfortunately, when procrastinating affects your

3. Break the task into smaller parts. Larger

job-related tasks, it can have a negative impact

tasks can seem overwhelming. By dividing

on your professional career as well.

the task into manageable parts, it will be psychologically easier to tackle the

So how can you kick this annoying tendency to

project. It's easier to do 10 small things than

put things off and start getting them done

one big thing.

instead?

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For example, once you've done five small things, you know that you've

Try these strategies:

completed five things, instead of just

1. Schedule when you're going to do it.

starting on the one big thing without

Make an appointment in your calendar for

deriving any sense of accomplishment.

the day and time you're going to work on the

So break that task down into smaller

task. This is far more effective than just

bites. Continue on page 5

leaving everything up in the air until the right moment seems to present itself.

2. Consider scheduling just enough time to get started. A long, unpleasant task can be very difficult to start. Think, "I'm going to work on this for 20 minutes." That's easy enough that you should be able to sit down and get busy. Interestingly, once you get started, you'll probably spend a lot more than

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Time is like an equal opportunity employer. Each human being has exactly the same number of hours and minutes every day. Rich people can’t buy more hours, neither can scientists invent new minutes. You can not in any way save time to spend it on another day. Even so, time is amazingly fair and forgiving. No matter how much time you’ve wasted in the past, you still have TODAY!

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4. Which part is the most dreaded part?

7. Reward yourself! Give yourself a reward for completing the task. You've earned it! It

Frequently, there is a small part of the task

doesn't have to be anything big, but we all like a

that is really holding you back. Is it possible

little treat now and then. A little additional

to get someone else to take care of that part

motivation never hurt anyone.

of the task for you? Can you outsource it?

Many times, if someone else handles the

Imagine how much better your life would be if you

part you dread, everything else will fall

could kick the procrastination habit out the door.

into place.

Unfinished tasks have a profound effect on your sense of well-being and peace of mind. Living with

5. Pick the best time to do it. We all have times of the day that we're better at certain tasks. We have times when we're better at

the stress that procrastination can cause isn't necessary. Start using the tips above and remove the challenge of procrastination from your life. You'll be so glad you did!

concentrating, others when we're more creative, and other times when we have more energy. What's the proper time for you to tackle the task? Do you need quiet and privacy? Do you need access to certain people?

6. Get what you need to complete it. Make a list of the tools, supplies, and resources that you'll need to both begin and complete the task. It's hard to get started when you know you can't get finished.

Self-Reflection Questions: 1. In my dreams, what am I doing that makes me happy?

2. What steps do I need to take to make my dreams come true?

3. Who can help me make my dreams a reality?

4. What steps do I need to take to achieve my goals?

5. What are some obstacles that I have already overcome?

6. Who can help me on my quest for greater achievement and success?

Ever since computers have become such a large part

people doing four things will get them done

of our lives, it seems that workloads have dramatically

faster than one person doing all four things alone

increased. Now, instead of things getting easier, we've gotten busier and more hectic than ever before.

3. Automate. If you're in a position that requires the same thing done every day, at the same

This may cause you to feel overburdened with your

time, then try to find a way to get the process

heavier workloads, especially when it comes to tasks

automated so it happens without you there. An

you have to do repeatedly. Finding better ways to

example would be to back up your computer

accomplish your to-do list can save you time, money,

every night, automatically.

and a whole lot of frustration.

4. Eliminate the useless. There are unproductive

How do you "work smarter, not harder?" Look at what

things you do on a daily basis. In fact, you

you do on a daily basis and develop ways to get the

probably already know exactly what these

same amount done with less effort and struggle.

distractions are! Once you identify your timewasters, remove them from your routine and

Here are some ways you can work smarter, not

focus on those tasks that are truly

harder:

productive.

1. Simplify repeated tasks. Forms and templates can save time on a lot of tasks. For example, if you have to send out a lot of the same email, create a template email so you can just fill in the specific parts for each person individually.

2. Delegate. Delegate some of your responsibilities to other people. If you have too much housework, give the kids some chores and set up a schedule. Four

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Do you want to increase your leisure time with a few

selective with your tasks. Delegating tasks and

simple changes? Time management is essential for

rethinking your approach to work will help you

creating the freedom to spend time with your family

discover more leisure time.

without worrying about work or other responsibilities. It requires a promise to change habits and a commitment to reaching new goals.

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The 80/20 principle is a popular way to manage time. Also known as the Pareto principle, it states that 80 percent of your success comes

Consider these ideas:

from 20 percent of your efforts. This is why it’s important to focus on important tasks first and

1. Synchronize all the calendars. Instead of managing

delegate work to others.

multiple calendars from work, school, and other activities, combine them into one system. Pick one

4. Find hidden time wasters and remove them. Are

type of calendar and transfer all the information to it.

you spending too much time checking Facebook

Calendars come in online, paper and even sticky note

messages? Do you log in to Twitter multiple times a

versions. Selecting one type is important to keeping all

day? Social media can be one of the hidden daily

the data together. This allows for easier scanning to

time wasters, and changing this habit will lead to

find leisure time or add it to the calendar.

more leisure time.

2. Schedule time off. Include time for fun in your daily, weekly, and monthly calendars. Including leisure time in the calendar makes it one of your priorities.

Scheduling time off requires a commitment to completing other tasks on time and meeting all the deadlines.

3. Learn to be selective. The constant stream of emails and demands on your time call for being more

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NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS

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THAT WILL BRING YOU MORE JOY A fresh year gives you the opportunity to make resolutions that will make your life happier in the upcoming year. The plans you make for the next year matter, so you’ll want to carefully consider your resolutions. New Year’s resolutions can be a powerful way to alter the direction of your entire year. They can also transform your life. Pick a few of these resolutions that resonate with you and enjoy the happy life you deserve!

Consider these resolutions to fill your life with more happiness and joy:

1

Laugh at least once a day. Laughter releases endorphins in the body and brings instant joy into your life.

2

Stay grateful. Reflect on your daily blessings and find gratitude in them.

3

Find hobbies that make you happy. What do you enjoy? Tap into your natural passions with a new hobby that brings you pleasure.

4

Reconnect with nature at least once a week. It’s important to enjoy nature and find time to explore it.

5

Volunteer to help a local organization. Instead of writing a check and forgetting about the charity, connect with a local organization that needs help. Your heart will be filled with joy as you help others.

6

Explore your creative side. Do you love art, dance, music, or other creative

outlets? By exploring creative pursuits, you can find new happiness.

7

Express your appreciation to others. Ensure that others know you appreciate their efforts. Making them feel good makes you feel good too!

8

Clarify your priorities. Spending time on those activities that support what’s most important to you brings you satisfaction and fulfillment.

9

Organize events with friends. Your friendships can be a source of joy.

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10

Exercise frequently. Exercise helps fight stress and increases energy. It can also improve your mood and make you feel happier.

11

Enjoy your favorite foods in moderation. It’s important to enjoy the foods you love, but eat them in moderation. You can find instant joy by sipping your favorite wine or eating your favorite chocolate.

12

Get enough sleep. Researchers have found that getting enough sleep boosts happiness levels.

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Stay present in the moment. You can find joy in the little things by enjoying each moment of the day.

14

Keep your mind active. An active mind avoids boredom, so you can find more joy.

15

Make new friends. New friendships instantly add joy to your life.

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Give and accept more hugs. Hugs can lift your mood, and researchers have found they have a positive impact on endorphin levels.

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Spend more time with your children. Instead of watching TV or focusing on work, find more time to spend with your children. See the joy of life through their eyes.

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Play more games. Do you love board games or puzzles? Running around with your kids or pets? Let loose and spend some enjoyable time playing games.

19

Avoid anger. Giving in to anger drains the joy from your life and makes the people around you miserable.

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Encourage the people around you. As you encourage others and help them find happiness, your own joy will increase.

21

Do something just for you. It’s important to find time for yourself.

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Look for the positive aspects. Find the silver lining in all situations.

23

Smile more. Make smiling a priority and watch joy fill your life.

24

Create new goals. Find happiness in new directions and goals.

25

Reconnect with lost family members. Have you drifted apart from some family members? Rediscovering your bond will bring happiness to both of you.

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