Making decisions comes in all shapes and sizes. From what you're going to wear in the morning to what career path you'd like to follow. For large decisions, we typically hear people say you should make a pro and con list. But, what if a pro and con list doesn't work for you? Here's four steps [...]
Have you ever heard of "decision fatigue"? Decision fatigue causes burnout brought on by having to make too many decisions. Studies have shown that when you're constantly having to make decisions, you tend to wear out and by the end of the day make worse decisions than you would have at the beginning of your day. [...]
Franklin Covey demonstrated the art of organizing our time through a popular demonstration of fitting rocks and sand in a glass jar. If you are unfamiliar with this story, check it out in the video below before continuing on (4 minute video). It is important to put your big rocks (important tasks) in first, followed by [...]
Are you fairly disciplined, thriving on order and organization or are you the laid back, go-with-the-flow kind of person? Either way, do you find that by the end of the day, you're bummed out that you did not complete the ONE THING that HAD to be done today? As Hugo said, “where no plan is laid,…chaos [...]
Part of taking care of yourself mentally is keeping up with your work in a way that is most beneficial to you. Use these quick study tips to keep from cramming for your quizzes and tests. Use Class Time Wisely. Sometimes, your professor ends the lecture early. Rather than rushing out the door, try taking those extra [...]
As your gearing up for heading back to college - prepare your brain with these tips for getting in a flow and rocking your days. Get a Routine. Routine and structure may sound scary to some people, but it helps your body know when it’s time to get down and into the work mode versus being [...]
Most people think that it is beneficial to be able to multitask; however, it is actually best if you focus on one to three things rather than multiple tasks. One way to determine what to focus your efforts on is called RUTHLESS PRIORITIZING. Ruthless prioritizing in school (or business) starts with picking only three things to [...]
According to huffpost.com, you have between 50,000 to 70,000 thoughts a day. Sometimes one of these thoughts begins to consume us. Next thing you know, the day has slipped away and you can’t get focused on the tasks you should be doing. So, what do you do? Start by telling yourself that whatever you are worried [...]
Mornings can be rough, but they don't have to be. If you have a consistent morning routine, then your day will start off on the right track every day. Here is a list of things you can add to your morning. Make your bed. If there’s one thing I do every day, it’s definitely this one. [...]
Life can get hectic at times, and it seems too hard to squeeze any extra time to do something for yourself. Self care is so important for your health and well being. Take a moment to breathe. Here are a few ways. WATCH YOUR FAVORITE SHOW. Sit down in your comfy chair and binge watch your [...]
