{"id":22792,"date":"2020-10-15T15:06:54","date_gmt":"2020-10-15T12:06:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ibtdi.com\/?p=22792"},"modified":"2020-10-15T15:06:54","modified_gmt":"2020-10-15T12:06:54","slug":"3-secrets-to-organizing-your-time","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ibtdi.com\/en\/3-secrets-to-organizing-your-time\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Secrets to Managing Your Time in Uncertain Times"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/exploringyourmind.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/woman-organizing.jpg\" alt=\"How Can I Better Organize My Time? - Exploring your mind\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">In 2020, we didn\u2019t accomplish much of what we had planned. The stay-at-home orders during the COVID-19 pandemic made it <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">even more important to understand the keys to organizing and managing time effectively, so we could maintain life\u2019s momentum despite our shaken confidence in <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">the present and uncertainty about the future.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">Amid the disruption and uncertainty, focusing on time management may seem pointless. You may find yourself asking, \u201cWhy should I <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">spend time planning when my plans could change at any moment?\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">Here\u2019s why: Elizabeth Grace Saunders, a time-management coach and author of <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">\u201cThe 3 Secrets to Effective Time Investment,\u201d says she works year-round to coach clients around the world; <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">and has seen that the secrets to organizing and managing time effectively are more important than ever.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">In fact, she believes time management is essential not only for being productive, but also for protecting<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\"> your well-being during these turbulent times.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">According to Saunders, the secrets to time management come down to three key points:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 28px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">1. Clarify Your Priorities<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">It\u2019s always important to invest your time in line with your priorities. But during this time of added pressure and stress, <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">being absolutely clear about what matters most right now is especially urgent and essential.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">The priorities you set depend on your situation. If you find yourself juggling your usual work and home responsibilities, <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">while your children are learning remotely, your main goals may simply be to get your work done and try to keep your family <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">The right path, getting enough sleep, and of course exercising\u2014all help renew your positive energy and protect your health.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">On the other hand, if you\u2019re feeling isolated because you don\u2019t have many people around you and can\u2019t take part in <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">your usual activities, your priorities may look completely different.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">For you, the secret to managing your time lies in investing in activities that improve your mental <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">and emotional well-being and relationships. This could include exercising, seeing friends and family, volunteering, or doing<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\"> whatever you can to maintain a healthy headspace.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">Sanders confirmed that psychological stress has increased, especially since last February, contributing to feelings of anxiety and depression. So if you\u2019re feeling <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">this way yourself, do what you can to help restore your mental well-being, and remember that there are many fresh opportunities <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">for your future.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">If you feel you have a healthy balance between work, life, and mental well-being, you may be ready to try something new, such as volunteering, <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">getting a promotion, or starting a business and stepping into the world of entrepreneurship.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 28px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">2. Realistic Expectations<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">One of the secrets to managing your time in 2020 is setting realistic expectations. This is important so you don\u2019t end up feeling frustrated for no reason.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">Given everything that\u2019s going on, expect everything to take longer to get done. For example, with many businesses, <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">you need to call ahead to make sure they\u2019re open and to check their current hours and protocols.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">For Sanders, she explained that this year felt the same to her as when she moved into a <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">new home: you have to figure out where to go.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">Mentally preparing yourself for things to take longer helps you avoid getting frustrated. It also helps you figure out how much <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">You can do it in one day. Maybe you can only get one thing done in the evening\u2014that\u2019s okay.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 28px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">3. Simple routines<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">When you feel like you can\u2019t control many things in your life, having a few simple routines you can<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\"> rely on most of the time can provide an incredible amount of comfort.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">They can be as simple as when you wake up in the morning, when you have coffee, going for a walk after work, or the time <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">you go to bed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;\">Identify a few simple things that make you feel content, help you focus well, and then enjoy your day. 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