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Notice how we talk about time\u2014we spend time, waste time, save time, take time\u2014all suggesting we have control over time!<\/p>\n
Judging by the number of times I\u2019ve heard people say, \u201cI don\u2019t have enough time,\u201d it sounds like there is a universal shortage of it. How do we get more?<\/p>\n
We have the talents and skills to make many things, but we can\u2019t make more time. So, the real question is: \u201cHow do we use the time we have in the most fulfilling way?\u201d<\/p>\n
If you were given a month free of responsibilities how would you be spending your time?<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Do what you love<\/h2>\n
If you were given a month free of responsibilities how would you be spending your time? Does your response inform what your priorities should be? Even amidst your busy daily activities, if you are not taking some time for doing what you love, you\u2019re probably not a very happy camper. In fact, if you find you are slightly agitated on a daily basis, it may be a sign that something is blocking you from doing what you may only subconsciously believe you should be doing. Your values are trying to tell you something.<\/p>\n
At this point in my life, I strongly desire to write down legacy information for the next generation to enjoy reading and to possibly learn from my life lessons. I know that if I\u2019m not making time for writing in my weekly routine, every request of my time becomes an irritation. That all changes when I\u2019m doing what I know I should be. Then I am much more flexible, accommodating, and joyful. What about you? What should you be making time for?<\/p>\n
Harnessing time<\/h2>\n
While we cannot manufacture more time, there are at least a couple ways we might be able to better handle what we do have. I want to talk about two of these today: setting priorities and scheduling.<\/p>\n
Practices reveal priorities<\/h2>\n
At the beginning of the day, my first priority is to turn to God. He is the only one who can control time\u2014partly because he is outside the time-space continuum and mostly because he\u2019s God! Notice what 1 Peter 3:8 says about God and time: \u201cBut do not forget this one thing, dear friends: With the Lord a day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years are like a day.\u201d Clearly, God has time for everyone and everything! How can we tap in?<\/p>\n
\u201cBut do not forget this one thing, dear friends: With the Lord a day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years are like a day.\u201d 1 Peter 3:8<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Ordering time<\/h2>\n
Throughout the Bible, we see God measuring things. Measurements set boundaries. For humans, time is measured by days and nights, months, years, and a lifetime. Within those boundaries, we can order our time by setting priorities\u2014making time for what\u2019s important. and by putting them on the calendar\u2014 taking time to do them.<\/p>\n
Making the most of your time<\/h2>\n
Do you have tricks and strategies for making the most of your time? Do you schedule time to do the things you love? I\u2019d like to hear them! Here are a few that work for me:<\/p>\n
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- By rising early in the morning, I can avoid interruptions and spend time with God meditating on his Word. When I take time to make this my first priority, God seems to make up for it in other ways. For example: maybe I arrive at a solution or idea sooner rather than agonizing over it for hours. Or a client serendipitously reschedules an appointment freeing up an already packed schedule.<\/li>\n
- Next, I intentionally schedule doing things that I want to do. For me, it is being with grandchildren or taking time for writing or having coffee with a friend. If I have a big project I\u2019m working on, I break it into small deadlines and try my best to meet them.<\/li>\n
- I make appointments with myself putting them on the calendar. I have done this with writing days. I set up a consistent day of the week to write, put it on the calendar like an appointment, and protect it from interruptions! When another invitation comes you can say, \u201cOh sorry, I have another appointment scheduled at that time.\u201d<\/li>\n
- When up against a deadline, I used to worry myself into a migraine. Now, I use this little trick. While I\u2019m working, I\u2019m telling myself: \u201cThere is enough time, there is enough time.\u201d It serves two purposes: 1. It reminds me to relax and, 2. Somehow miraculously, there is always enough time!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Living in the moment<\/h2>\n
I know that I am going to hear from my friends who are constantly reminding me to be in the moment! OK, I tend to be a planner and when something interferes with my schedule, it throws me off a little. I\u2019m trying to be flexible! I applaud those of you who can savor every moment! Are you someone that in whatever circumstance, you find an opportunity for enjoyment and appreciation? You have something to teach me!<\/p>\n
What are your tips and tricks for making the most of time? What are you taking time to do that you love? I want to hear from you. Leave me a comment!<\/strong><\/p>\n
Write On!
\nKathy<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Judging by the number of times I\u2019ve heard people say, \u201cI don\u2019t have enough time,\u201d it sounds like there is a universal shortage of it. We have the talents and skills to make many things, but we can\u2019t make more time. 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