Time has to be the most precious commodity in existence. We all have it but we can not buy more of it. It is finite for us mortal beings. It marks a pace and dictates when we sleep, and when we wake. It doesn't care how old you are or how much money you have it simply continues into tomorrow without hesitation.
Our time, like grains of sand grasped firmly in our hands, keeps slipping away. It gradually reminds us that we will soon be no more.
That is why we must be good stewards of it. We can't manage time since we don't control it, but we can manage what we do in the time we have, and We can certainly say that we "spend" or exchange time. Our goal should be to exchange it for valuable, long-lasting returns.
If you will follow the above suggestions you will be far on your way to enjoying all of life's wonders.
Here is a rule remember, "Quality time spent with people has a greater return than spent elsewhere"
Our time, like grains of sand grasped firmly in our hands, keeps slipping away. It gradually reminds us that we will soon be no more.
That is why we must be good stewards of it. We can't manage time since we don't control it, but we can manage what we do in the time we have, and We can certainly say that we "spend" or exchange time. Our goal should be to exchange it for valuable, long-lasting returns.
- Don't be idle
The greatest waste is simply not doing anything.
Plan for tomorrow
Without a plan we tend to wander and drift to activities that do not produce but instead fill our time with non beneficial entertainment.
Plan activities in the case of eventualities
There are always hiccups in our plans. Murphy will always try to derail our purpose but if you already have a backup plan you needn't worry about the eventualities that will inevitably appear.
Stick to the plan
It seems redundant but as we walk through the day there will be distractions and other things we will identify as important. If we alter our plan for those things we may not finish what we planed to do. Instead add the activity to the end of the day's list and if you can't get to it then add it as one of the activities for tomorrow.
Say what you mean and mean what you say
You will waste more time in the long run if you beat around the bush. Be clear and to the point. Remember that being kind doesn't mean you have to lie.
Forgive all offenses
I don't have time to get into it but holding on to of fences will eat you up inside and will reduce the amount of time you have on Earth. Don't cut your life short. FORGIVE. If you don't want to be around that person that is fine but don't carry a grudge.
Love your neighbor
What we do that is intangible is greater than what we can see or touch. When you love those around you you are investing in your future. Just as the person that holds a grudge will cut his life short, a person who will love his neighbor will increase his life and the quality of it.
Give something away once a day
This is another principle that is very important to follow. When we stop giving we become stagnate. Our creativity, and forward momentum will slow to a stop.
Daily write in a journal
This is for your review, and re-planning. Life has a way of recycling problems or difficult situations. The journal will serve as a guide to keep you from doing the same mistakes twice. It is also a great way to help your children avoid the same mistakes we committed.
Do what you can today
Do not put something off to tomorrow if it can be done today. This procrastination is a sign of fear. Search it out and eliminate fear from your life.
Invest in yourself
You are the greatest investment you could ever take care of. You can not depreciate, be lost, be stolen, and the more you take care of yourself the more you will live successfully. Take good note of your three areas. Spirit, Mind, and Body. Invest in each every day. You won't be disappointed.
Eliminate all clutter
Don't manage it. Don't push it off. Eliminate it. Constantly going through stacks of stuff will only waste your time.
Hire someone to do any mundane repetitive work
Not all of us are at this point but when you can, get someone to do the mundane work. The following are mundane activities: addressing letters, finding people by phone, writing letters, organizing your files, sorting your notes, driving the car, preparing the meals, cleaning the house, washing the clothes, ironing the clothes etc. Anything that is repetitive and requires no mental problem solving is mundane.
If you will follow the above suggestions you will be far on your way to enjoying all of life's wonders.Here is a rule remember, "Quality time spent with people has a greater return than spent elsewhere"
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