1. Take a step back and think.
First, consider what your priorities are. How much time do you spend on daily tasks? It it too much? Create a priority list.
2. Where do relationships fit in your schedule?
We live busy lives these days. Take time to stay in contact with others, especially those who encourage you. What family members and friends might be on this list? What about time for God?
(Prayer? Bible study?)
3. “Slow Down” Strategy
Even Jesus had to take breaks and get away from the crowds who followed Him. Learn to reschedule, say “no”. We all need rest periods. Make time for those.
4. “Unplug” Strategy
Turn off the TV. Set down the phone. Get away from the up-to-the-minute media which stalks us. Seek places of quietness to recharge. Many counselors suggest getting out in nature if possible. If not, create a space in your living quarters to do that.
5. Learn what relaxes you
Perhaps music or reading help you to relax and let your brain settle down. Or just take a nap.
6. Know when to say “yes”
Oftentimes, we overload ourselves with activity. We need to think before we say
yes or no to projects. There is nothing wrong with saying no. But we also need to consider what we say yes to.
What activities make the best use of our talents in helping others? What some new activities it would be good for us to learn to do?
7. Other ideas:
- Passing up an invitation to a party
- Decluttering your workspace, counters, or living spaces
- Consolidating your bills so you have fewer payments to make each month
- Listening to worship music
- Starting and ending your day with quiet prayer
Ideas for this article were condensed from an article from Crosswalk.com,
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