Are You Giving Yourself Enough Time?
I recently listened to a conversation about five simple habits that can radically shift how we feel and how we perform. They spell one word: TIMES.
And maybe that’s the real message – it’s about how we use our time, our own 24 hours in a day.
T – Thankfulness.
Not generic gratitude. Not “I’m grateful for life.” But specific, personal, shared. Thanking someone for a precise action. Naming what moved you. When gratitude becomes detailed and felt, it changes your energy. It becomes real.
I – Insights.
Learn something every day. It doesn’t have to be big. A page from a book. A new word. A realization about your own behavior. Staying in learning mode keeps the brain alive – and keeps you in growth instead of stagnation.
M – Mindfulness.
This one struck me the most. Schedule a meeting with yourself.
In the morning, ask: What would make today great? Who do I want to be today?
In the evening, reflect: Did I show up the way I intended? What can I improve?
Treat it like a real appointment. Because it is.
E – Exercise.
Movement is easier when it’s shared. Accountability and a bit of friendly competition can turn discipline into joy.
S – Sleep.
The quiet superpower. Everything works better when you rest.
But here’s what stayed with me most: putting yourself first isn’t selfish. It’s responsible. You cannot pour into others from an empty cup. When you take care of your mind and body, everyone around you feels the difference.
Sometimes the real upgrade isn’t productivity.
It’s making sure your time reflects your priorities –
including your well-being, your growth, and your peace.
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