1. Reclaim your mailbox. Stop receiving the catalogs and junk mail that clog
your mailbox and your inbox. Take a bit of time to unsubscribe from mailing
lists. Not having to wade through emails that you never open anyway is a breath
of fresh air.
2. Purge your files and
de-clutter. Recycle any papers that
you no longer need. For peace of mind, put your important documents in a
fireproof box or a safety deposit box. Once a week, take a grocery bag and pick
up everything around your house you no longer need and give it to charity. I
have a rule: If I buy something new to wear, I have to donate an equal number
of items. My closet stays fresh and
unruly.
3. Write down the three to
five things in the world that are most important to you. Read them at least once every day. Post them on the
fridge or your bathroom mirror and keep a copy in your wallet. Pull out the goals when you are waiting
in line. Knowing what you value most in life will enable you to clarify your
goals and know which action steps you need to take to move forward congruently.
The clearer your goals are, the simpler it will be to move toward them.
4. Chunk your time. Designate specific times and days to get tasks done.
For example, do all of your grocery shopping on Saturday mornings, complete
your administrative tasks every Friday morning, and only see clients Tuesdays
through Thursdays. By chunking your time, you are prioritizing and creating
more time to do other activities that inspire you.
5. Just say “No.” Value
your time. Respect your goals and commitments and say yes to the opportunities
that are in line with your vision. Say no to the tasks that people can do
themselves as well as projects that aren’t in line with your goals. Be firm but
kind. Claim your time and declare your respect for yourself. The more you master this skill the more
powerful you will feel.
6. Clean out your car. What would your disposition be like if your main mode
of transportation was clean, relaxing, and welcoming? Start and end your day in
a clutter-free car.
7. Simplify your finances. Clean out that wallet. Keep only one main credit card
and one backup credit card. Consider banking at one institution. For recurring
charges on utilities, change to automatic deduction and opt for paperless
statements.
8. Create an “I Will Do One
Thing Today” list. Choose one task
from your procrastination list each day and do it! This will free up mental
worry and allow you to focus on your goals that matter the most.
9. Have a weekly “No Noise”
day. Turn off the TV, computer and
all other noise. Then listen to nature, your family and friends. Enjoy the noise
that matters.
10. Do without. It is okay to have an empty shopping cart! The more you
buy, the more money you need to earn and the more upkeep you will have. Strive
to not only eat clean, but to live in a clean, simple, easy-to-maintain
environment.
Revised from the Institute of
Integrative Nutrition
About Sheila Mullen – The
founder of Continuous Motion Consulting, Sheila is passionate about engaging
friends, family and community in improving their lives and the lives of those
around them. Sheila spent more than 20 years in technology sales, marketing and
development. She also has a background in organizational development,
innovation and executive wellness coaching.
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