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To truly understand where our time goes, we must track it. This simple act of recording our activities provides a powerful tool for self-reflection and insight. By keeping a detailed log of how we spend our hours, we can uncover patterns and habits that may be contributing to feelings of busyness or dissatisfaction. Tracking our time allows us to see where we are allocating our most precious resource. It reveals whether we are prioritizing activities that align with our values and goals, or if we are frittering away our time on tasks that do not serve us well. Without this awareness, it is easy to get caught up in the routine of daily life without stopping to consider if our actions are truly moving us toward the life we desire. Moreover, tracking our time can help us identify areas where we may be wasting valuable minutes or hours. We may discover that we are spending more time on activities that do not bring us joy or fulfillment than we realize. This newfound awareness can empower us to make intentional choices about how we allocate our time, ensuring that we are investing it in ways that are meaningful and rewarding to us.
  1. Tracking our time is a form of mindfulness practice. It forces us to pause and take stock of how we are living our lives, shining a light on both the productive and unproductive ways we spend our time. This heightened awareness can lead to greater efficiency, productivity, and overall satisfaction with how we choose to spend our 168 hours each week. By tracking our time, we can gain a deeper understanding of where it goes and make informed decisions about how to best use this finite and precious resource.
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168 Hours

Laura Vanderkam

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