“Without giving up hope – that there’s somewhere better to be, that there’s someone better to be – we will never relax with where we are or who we are.” Pema Chödrön

There are 24 hours in a day. Yet, I often feel like there are things that I would love to do… if I only had enough time. Sometimes you just feel there is no space.

On the one hand, you could say that you making the most of our 24 hours. After all, you get a lot done. But are you really? Each task you do is focused exclusively on getting it done so you can move onto the next one.

Change your relationship with the precious 24 hours.

1. Notice the words “I don’t have enough time.” Change the language. We all have the same amount of time. Be honest with yourself, if there is something that you are not doing, you are choosing not to. Recognise that you’ve made a different choice with your time today.
You could say: “I would love to, but I have another commitment.” Be present with that. Notice how it feels to have made that choice. Perhaps, you will make a different choice next time.

2. Know what your priorities are. Stick to them. Today, I know clearly what my priorities are and they are so simple. Stay healthy – physically, mentally, and spiritually. I will make time for myself; one hour, daily, six days a week. Spend time with my friends and family…

I will be present with whatever task or person is presented to me, and do my best to help at work. By knowing your priorities and sticking to them, you know that you are making the best of your time. Are you doing things that are important to you, and that you are making a contribution in some way?