If life always went as planned, we would be bored. But we don’t enjoy days filled with chaos either. You probably, like me, experience both routine and hectic days.
William Braithwaite, an American writer, said, “It is simplicity of intention that gives consistency to life.” True. We never intend to have a chaotic day. We plan for productivity. We plan for success. Some days we win and some days we lose that battle.
When my day is filled with turmoil, there is one trick that always lets me regain control. It is simple, and very effective.
I just step back and take a look at the day’s struggles with a longer term view in mind. I put aside what I am trying to accomplish today, and think about my goals for the month and the year.
It can help release today’s pressure by revealing that today is only one day in my longer term plan. Irregardless of today’s outcome, I see the bigger picture, and then I can reset today’s goals. It also resets my attitude, my energy, and my focus.
Next time you find your day going badly, give it a try!