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Procrasting- nation:

I have been having a difficult time comprehending why people choose to procrastinate. In my opinion it just causes a lot of unneeded stress and anxiety. Many will argue that they feel there best work is done under pressure, but I think if they stop and think about it, they could have done a much better job and received a greater reward if they planned out there work instead of rushing to get it done. I’m not saying that I always plan everything; I can be placed in the procrastination boat more often then not, I just think we could live happier if we plan, prepare and initiate earlier. Life is a lot easier for everyone in your life circle. If your getting what you need done, everyone stays in the same realm as you. For example, when you are late paying your bills, you set a chain reaction to the person you owe money to. They can’t pay there bills, they get upset with you and become more negative towards you, you cause conflict in the relationship which is due to end eventually, the bill collectors come after them and they are in a bad position, damaging there credit and stressing them out to the point of hate and bad karma. When all along this could have been avoided by simply paying your bill or by avoiding services you clearly can’t afford. Here are some tips to avoid these un-necessary conflicts:

1. Keep a day planner- for every thing that goes on in your life, write it down. Include all invoice due dates like your phone and visa, assignments, appointments and to do’s. Make a circle next to the item and check it off when completed. Check your planner daily. For Due dates on assignments, spread your tasks out. Give yourself short deadlines for drafts and parts of tasks instead of doing the whole thing at once.

2. Create your own due dates earlier then the expected due date. If you have a Bill do on the first of the month, have the money in your account or to the bill collector two or three days prior to its due day.

3. Keep a calendar with all the same info in a high traffic area. Even if you simply highlight the day square in colour to indicate an important event (yes, bills are an important event) so that you can refer to your day planner.

4. Create a budget! Know where your money is and where it needs to go. Live on a cash diet. Take advice from the show “Till Debt Do Us Part”.

5. Keep track of your expenses and save all your receipts. Organize them in categories on a spread sheet so you just have to hit print when tax time comes around. You will be able to collect the extra money you need earlier in the year instead of waiting till the last day of tax returns.

6. Time for spring cleaning! Get rid of all the things that you do not need to survive. If you have not put on those 80’s pants in a year, get rid of it, if it has not fit you in 20 years, its not going to fit. Say good by to skinny jeans and fat pants. Time to start a new you! De-clutter your closet, de-clutter your life. Make your way to your office, kitchen, the kid’s room and the garage. Have a huge yard sale. With the money you make, pay off some bills and have some fun.

7. Divide your life with the important things. Make time for all these needs: Work, Self, family and friends. Do not neglect your needs and do not confuse needs from wants. Work is needed to survive and provide the other needs such as your home, food and transportation.

You are an important factor in the way your life turns out. Take time to take care of yourself. Eat healthy, small meals more frequently through the day, exercise regularly (even if it’s a short walk), exercise your brain –“READ”; by providing yourself with cognitive stimulation, you will be able to function more clearly, organize your thoughts quickly and develop a sense of accomplishment. Communicate with those around you. Establish clear boundaries and develop positive interpersonal relationships. This will reduce your level of stress and maintain balance.

Family and friends provide a social support safety net that can help guide your life in a positive direction. Fill your life with positive people. Individuals’ who have goals and only wish the best for you and the goals you have for yourself. Get rid of those individuals who are toxic. Negative energy is self-sabotaging and can add stress to your life. The negative energy of others can negatively affect your mood and create chaos in your relationships balance.

Good Luck and if you have any other tips, add them on. If you have questions, concerns or just want to talk, I’m here!

Randy