Instead of saying “I don’t have time” try saying “it’s not a priority,” and see how that feels. Often, that’s a perfectly adequate explanation. I have time to iron my sheets, I just don’t want to. But other things are harder. Try it: “I’m not going to edit your résumé, sweetie, because it’s not a priority.” “I don’t go to the doctor because my health is not a priority.” If these phrases don’t sit well, that’s the point. Changing our language reminds us that time is a choice. If we don’t like how we’re spending an hour, we can choose differently.
Fascinating Wall Street Journal Article on being busy.
(via Joanna Goddard)
Wow!! Just what I need to say to my children-especially my daughter when she comments on my lack of cleaning skills in my house-would rather sit on the beach or be shopping.Anything but cleaning!!!
Mar 10th, 2012 / 2:51 pm
So wise. Thanks for sharing this!
Mar 11th, 2012 / 1:42 pm
Absolutelly agree!
Mar 13th, 2012 / 6:37 pm
This is TRULY great. I will implement this from now on…This is my PRIORITY!
Mar 15th, 2012 / 6:21 am
This is such a great idea!
Thanks for sharing!!!
May 10th, 2012 / 1:35 pm