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When you find yourself overwhelmed with problems and worries, just remember what the famous Lao-tzu once said, "The journey to a thousand miles begins with a single step.' Simply put, it is better that we finish our tasks one at a time rather than give up altogether. Here are a few ways to be more efficient when dealing with strain and pressure: 1. Plan your day's schedule - know what needs to be done and follow the timeframe you've allotted for each task. Every time you veer away from the schedule and postpone your work, you pile up impending work and will require more time to finish. 2. Number your tasks according to which needs to be done first - you need to set rules by which you number your impending tasks. The more immediate ones will naturally require more attention. To know which is more important, you will have to weigh the repercussions you'll create if you don't complete them. 3. Know when to delegate work - the people you know may have the skills needed to help you and relieve you from stress. Passing on work to someone else is perfectly alright. You just have to know what you need to do yourself and what others can do. Reward them if needed and make them feel appreciated. 4. Limit distractions - some people work better with the radio blasting. If you're one of them, then go for it. Just surround yourself with things that will help you focus and concentrate on your work, and will inspire you to be more productive. 5. Know when to take a break - if we labor on our tasks nonstop, we will eventually break down. Vacations are there for a reason: it refreshes our bodies and minds and re energizes us to go back to work in top form. Everyone has their saturation point. If you reach yours, this is in no way an indication of weakness. It simply tells you that you are like any other person - in other words, you're only human. Just know that you have to surround yourselves with people who can give you the support that you need. Aside from that, you must learn to stand on your own two feet. With strength and the right support system, stress no longer needs to be a scary word. Know that reaching your goal is the best thing that can happen to you. When you succeed, you will realize that going through the emotional and physical roller coaster is all worth the prize. When this happens, reward yourself for a job well done. Look at the big picture, know where you want to go, and strive forth. When you complete each task, congratulate yourself and let this serve as your inspiration to complete the next thing on your to-do list.
Article Source: http://www.bharatbhasha.net Article Url: http://www.bharatbhasha.net/self_improvement.php/150450 Article Added on Sunday, August 2, 2009
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