Finding Time Right Now

The Time Finder with Paula Eder

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

Finding Time Right Now

Posted on December 2, 2008, under Time Choices.

You may delay, but time will not. Benjamin Franklin

Procrastination is an issue that gets to the heart of how we use the time that we have. As the river of time flows on, how do we choose to use our moments?

Most of us procrastinate about some things at some times. But for some of us, our delaying tactics and unhelpful time choices can become very disruptive and stressful in our live. How can you tell if this is the case for you?

Here is a brief checklist of activities that people frequently make time choices about. Are there particular areas where you see yourself procrastinating?

Personal
__Cooking/Eating properly __Sleeping __Exercising __Health care (doctor, dentist) __Paying bills __ Relaxing __Other: ____________________________

Work
__Getting there on time __Completing tasks __Looking for a job __Preparing your resume __Calling a prospective employer__Other: __________________

School
__Getting there on time __Doing homework __Studying for tests/exams__Writing papers/doing projects __ Other: _______________________________

Home
__Calling for repairs __Cleaning __Doing laundry__Grocery shopping __ Doing seasonal chores __Doing dishes__Other: ____________________________

Relationships
__Talking with/calling friends/relatives __ Correspondence (letters, cards, e-mail) __ Clearing the air with someone __Other: ________________________

What area in your life tends to be most affected by procrastination? Does it create undue stress for you? It helps to remember that procrastination is not a character flaw, it is a time choice that we make. Since it is a choice, it is something that is most certainly within our power to change.

How does procrastination affect your life? What do you delay about and why? Drop me a line – I’d love to hear from you!

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