Priorities

My friend Sherene presented a workshop last weekend about getting balance in our life. I have heard her present the information before, and in fact when I have my monthly lunch date with her we encourage more balance in our lives. But I still get challenged because it is a continuing struggle to keep my life balanced!

One of our exercises was to list our priorities for our Spiritual Life, Family life, and Work. I smiled to myself at having listed the "right" priorities (oh, the perfectionist student in me still lives!). I mean, I have made improvements. I'm learning to focus on what is within my "sphere of influence" at work, for example. I get asked to be on committees or take on projects often, and I'm saying no so I can focus on what I am really great at doing. I'm also refusing to take on others' responsibilities or to take the blame if they don't get their work done.

But then, Sherene said "now - evaluate whether how you spend your time is reflecting your top priorities". Uff! If you looked at how I spend my time outside of work, you would think my top priorities are Sudoku, television, and the internet! Sudoku can be good to keep the mind sharp - but once in awhile! Television can offer some entertainment and even some education - but do I need as much as I'm taking in? The internet is great - I'm connecting with people I may not otherwise be able to. But what about connecting with Martin?

So, in this first month of a new semester, I am trying to change my schedule to reflect what I truly want to prioritize in my life! As another speaker challenged us at the same conference - we are looking at taking out some good to get to GREAT!

Where are your priorities? Post a comment!