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Comment on How to Keep From Messing Up Your Life by Patricia Costa

Patricia Costa — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 18:04:43 +0000

Thank you Deirdre for the reminder. Somehow there’s a little voice inside that makes me feel guilty when I say no. But I know that it’s just a “guilt” voice. If I don’t learn to take care of myself, I’m missing the whole point. In the busy world we live in, it seems we need to take quiet time or at least “nothing to do” time. And then what we do will mean more and be more effective.

Comment on How to Keep From Messing Up Your Life by Tracy

Tracy — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 17:51:21 +0000

I completely agree. I have been working on this very thing since school started in the fall. The PTA, the team fundraisers, the other team’s fundraisers, the side-work for friends and family… I often feel obligated to volunteer for new projects outside of my regular work day. In the moment I wonder: who *will* if I don’t? But it’s important to recognize the right time to decline the offers and requests. “Free time” with family or even by ourselves is a necessity in this hectic world.

Comment on How to Keep From Messing Up Your Life by Paola

Paola — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 05:32:49 +0000

Great post and good for you! I agree! I learned this lesson a few years ago & no longer commit to (volunteer) serving on boards that meet on weekends or evenings. I had to. My current position includes a number of events I have to attend on weekends and evenings, so I work on lots of weekends. The weekends I don’t work are precious to me…to spend time with my hubby, family/friends, or simply enjoy my coffee on a Saturday morning while relaxing in my favorite chair at home. When I serve on a board, I like to be an active participant, so I explain to the person requesting I join their board or committee that as much as I would like to join, I wouldn’t be able to committ the required time necesarry to be an active member…but will support the organization/cause in other ways. They understand & appreciate the support I do provide. Jay has also helped me learn that it is ok to say no when my plate is way too full at work and I can’t take on more projects (and do them well) unless I work late multiple times per week.

Comment on The Problem With Your Face by Rancy Breece

Rancy Breece — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 17:22:00 +0000

Thanks! And since I’m also working with a trainer to builde healthier exercise habits, I’ll be sure to put this into practice at the gym.