Knowing what you need helps you thrive.
Knowing what you need isn’t always easy.
And yet, it is key to optimizing your efficiency and effectiveness.
It can be a challenge, especially when you are very busy, to slow down and take care of yourself. But when you invest in self-care, the payoff is big.
Conversely, NOT putting time and energy toward self-care will leave you depleted and, ultimately, unable to follow through on your priorities.
Since your time is precious, a key to making the most of your self-care time is becoming clear about what you need at any given moment. And it involves a level of self-knowledge that doesn’t necessarily come easily. That’s because, for many of us, the idea of expressing needs or wants was something we learned to see as selfish.
Knowing what you need is key…
Nothing could be further from the truth. Genuinely knowing what you need is a foundational skill that you need to thrive. While you may not have it right at your fingertips at this moment, the good news is that it’s a skill we can all learn.
The path to this kind of self-knowledge lies in honest dialogue with yourself. We all have a lot of chatter going on, pretty much all the time. Sifting through that chatter to find the clear voice of your authentic, adult self is what you need to do; and you can do it in stillness. As you practice, you will come to recognize this voice and be able to access it more and more quickly.
Listen to what your inner dialogue reveals and then act on it. The more you respond to your own genuine needs, the more you build self-trust. It’s a give-and-take that will sustain you like a good, solid friendship; and it will carry you wherever you want to go.
So take a moment and ask yourself, “What do I need?” When the answer comes, be sure to address the need directly and in the best way you can.
What will be your first step today?
Here’s more help:
Do you ever feel at sea and rudderless? Uncertain about your priorities or what you need to achieve them?
Well, a time tool that I want to tell you about today is my E-Guide titled “Why Can’t I Find My Direction?” 17 Journaling Prompts to Create Your Ideal Life. This E-Guide gets right down to business as it walks you through 17 journaling prompts aimed at helping you come to a deeper understanding of
- Who you are,
- What you value,
- What makes you tick and
- How you relate to your time choices.
Understanding any ONE of these things more fully is a great gift to give yourself. So I invite you to follow your heart as you clarify your priorities and find your path with “Why Can’t I Find My Direction?” 17 Journaling Prompts to Create Your Ideal Life. Click the link below to discover more about what’s possible for you.
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