I totally relate. Whenever I am tackling a large project, I have learned to break it into chunks. I often set a timer or listen to music and keep track of how many songs or just til the CD ends to signal that I have spent enough time on the project. Sometimes I get in a groove and ignore the timer and keep going. Sometimes, it is a welcome signal to step away from the project and do something that fills my cup. This helps me balance work and rest. For far too long, the endless to do list ran my life and I rarely took the time to sit down and rest - watch a show, read a book, take a bath, take a nap, eat that snack, enjoy a cup of coffee. As my lovely sister reminds me often, if I have completed just ONE thing, I have done enough.
Thanks for your thoughtful comment, Sandy. I love the idea of using music as signal to limit time spent on a project! I'm going to try that. Music can be a motivator/energizer in so many ways. The tyranny of the to-do list is an ongoing challenge... Here's to finding balance and peace in the week ahead!
I totally relate. Whenever I am tackling a large project, I have learned to break it into chunks. I often set a timer or listen to music and keep track of how many songs or just til the CD ends to signal that I have spent enough time on the project. Sometimes I get in a groove and ignore the timer and keep going. Sometimes, it is a welcome signal to step away from the project and do something that fills my cup. This helps me balance work and rest. For far too long, the endless to do list ran my life and I rarely took the time to sit down and rest - watch a show, read a book, take a bath, take a nap, eat that snack, enjoy a cup of coffee. As my lovely sister reminds me often, if I have completed just ONE thing, I have done enough.
Thanks for your thoughtful comment, Sandy. I love the idea of using music as signal to limit time spent on a project! I'm going to try that. Music can be a motivator/energizer in so many ways. The tyranny of the to-do list is an ongoing challenge... Here's to finding balance and peace in the week ahead!