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How to Stay Focused When Spring Fever Hits
Spring is officially here! Soon the sun will be staying up much longer—no more commuting home in the dark—you’re able to go outside without shuddering— and all of the sudden you seem to lose your ability to focus. Everything BUT the task at hand is catching your interest and tempting you to get off track. (Now what was I writing… ?) In an O magazine article, Matthew Keller, PhD, assistant professor of psychology at the University of Colorado at Boulder, shares this insight: “Sunny days and warm weather seem to boost mood and have a broadening affect on cognition, basically opening the mind to new ideas.” How can you make the most of the mood and creativity...
Read MoreThe Acceptance Paradox
I read something this week that just really blew me away… If you’ve been following my newsletters for a while or worked with me as a client, you know that I put a big emphasis on the mental and emotional components of change. One of the techniques that I’ve used in my own life and also taught others for years is the whole concept of “fighting” negative voices or mental patterns that try to hold us back. Here’s one of my classic posts on Overcoming Overwhelm. Basically, you’re confronting the accusations that taunt you and replacing them with the truth. This is a great technique, and it definitely works wonders. But ...
Read MoreSmall Time Blocks, Big Benefits
Are you finding it impossible to move ahead on that big project? Only have fifteen minutes to yourself before your co-worker diverts your attention? Not to fear! Every minute can be used to create value. Work-life balance expert and time coach, Elizabeth Grace Saunders, describes how you can make small blocks of time work to your advantage. In her recent 99Percent.com article, “The Counter-Intuitive Benefits of Small Time Blocks,” Elizabeth describes how short bursts of creative energy can be even better than long stretches of work. Your time is precious, so learn how to make the most of it with Elizabeth’s productivity tips. About Real Life...
Read MoreRelationships and Stress
When you’re feeling stressed, you need the support of friends and family the most. The only problem is that this is usually when you least feel like taking the time, or even having the time, to connect. But don’t stress! Below, Work/Life Balance Coach Elizabeth Grace Saunders, shares her secrets for relationship success: It’s the stuff movies are made of… Almost every good plot line includes something about relationships with friends, family members, colleagues or significant others. And it’s truly a gift to have people that care about you, who want to spend time with you and notice what you do or don’t do. In a way, it’s...
Read MoreWork Better, Not Longer
You don’t have to work 24/7 to get better at something. Instead, concentrate on the quality and focus you bring to your work hours. In his recent article, “If You’re Busy, You’re Doing Something Wrong: The Surprisingly Relaxed Lives of Elite Achievers,” Study Hacks Blog expert, Cal Newport describes this unique phenomena. With a few tweaks to your practice, you can improve the effectiveness of your work. So check out Cal’s article and accomplish more with peace and confidence today! About Real Life E® Elizabeth Grace Saunders is the founder and CEO of Real Life E® a time coaching and training company that empowers individuals who feel...
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