The Time Finder with Paula Eder

The way you use your time is the way you live your life.

Finding Time By Setting Boundaries – More Giant Steps

Posted on July 22, 2008, under Time Boundaries.

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SunriseWe have been exploring ways to find time by setting time boundaries. You had a great morning routine laid out, and I left you with a question: How do you enlist others’ cooperation when you’re working at finding time?

Begin with “I” …I strongly suggest that you begin with an “I message.” Explain how important the routine is to you. Maybe even share some of the benefits you feel from it.

Ask for help …Next, request help by asking that you not be interrupted. Framing it this way allows people to feel helpful and supportive, rather than left out.

Be ready to say No …The devil is in the details! No interruptions means … no last minute requests for information, lunch, construction paper, lost socks … you get the picture.

This is the hard part. When disruptions occur … and you can be sure that they will … you need to quietly and consistently remind the other person of your established boundary.

Try this.

What happens? I’d love to hear how it goes for you.

Let’s explore time together …

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