How to create your ideal schedule

Ever feel like you have a completely packed calendar and yet don’t really accomplish much at all? The struggle is real!

But the struggle is also our fault. We say “yes” far too much. We’re so afraid of disappointing people that we spend all our time helping others accomplish their goals. As a result, we have no energy left for our own goals. Then, we wonder why we’re exhausted, overwhelmed and unfulfilled.

This is the year to stop that madness! Get your priorities, and your calendar, under control with these three steps:

Prioritize

First things first: Get crystal clear about your priorities. This will help you make quick and confident decisions about what to commit to. I promise, this is easier than it sounds.

Start by making a list of everything that’s important to you in this season of life. Things like getting your website off the ground, helping your toddler adjust to preschool, getting into a regular date-night rhythm with your spouse, etc.

Then, put them in order of priority, adding the most important thing to you right now at the top, and so on.

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