Time Strategies
20 January 2019
Time Management
Time clock picture. Source: Pxhere
I want to say that I am decent at managing my time, but truthfully that is false. I always get things done regardless, but I am quite the procrastinator at times. Procrastinating causes me extreme stress, but I try to work through it as best as I can. I am a part time patient care assistant at a children's mental health and substance abuse facility, so usually I am mentally and physically drained. I also participate in undergraduate research with the department of psychology which is rewarding but can also take a lot of my time up. Being involved in so many different things, often leaves me with little room to plan a sustainable schedule. However, having a planned schedule that was put in action by my professor boosts my accountability and determination to stick with a schedule. I plan to try and work ahead in this class so I don't have to worry about getting behind.
The Psychology of Checklists had very useful information as to how to be consistent and persistent. Setting small doable goals is an option for time management that makes an individual feel accomplished and productive. Also, setting small goals to check off of a checklist after completing goals is a great way to avoid becoming overwhelmed and reduce procrastination. Additionally, 3 Steps To Recapture Time pointed out three very beneficial methods to allow more positivity to flow and prevent stress from clouding your goals. I specifically resonated with "practicing saying no", because I am such a people pleaser and sometimes am not the greatest at controlling myself. It is important to have self control and be confident in your decisions, so you can build a steady foundation for yourself to execute the plans you have in line.
Time Management
Time clock picture. Source: Pxhere
I want to say that I am decent at managing my time, but truthfully that is false. I always get things done regardless, but I am quite the procrastinator at times. Procrastinating causes me extreme stress, but I try to work through it as best as I can. I am a part time patient care assistant at a children's mental health and substance abuse facility, so usually I am mentally and physically drained. I also participate in undergraduate research with the department of psychology which is rewarding but can also take a lot of my time up. Being involved in so many different things, often leaves me with little room to plan a sustainable schedule. However, having a planned schedule that was put in action by my professor boosts my accountability and determination to stick with a schedule. I plan to try and work ahead in this class so I don't have to worry about getting behind.
The Psychology of Checklists had very useful information as to how to be consistent and persistent. Setting small doable goals is an option for time management that makes an individual feel accomplished and productive. Also, setting small goals to check off of a checklist after completing goals is a great way to avoid becoming overwhelmed and reduce procrastination. Additionally, 3 Steps To Recapture Time pointed out three very beneficial methods to allow more positivity to flow and prevent stress from clouding your goals. I specifically resonated with "practicing saying no", because I am such a people pleaser and sometimes am not the greatest at controlling myself. It is important to have self control and be confident in your decisions, so you can build a steady foundation for yourself to execute the plans you have in line.
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