In today’s fast-paced world, free time has become a precious commodity. Between work, responsibilities, and the demands of modern life, it’s essential to seize every opportunity to make the most of our leisure moments. Gaining control of your free time allows you to lead a more balanced and fulfilling life. In this blog, we will explore practical tips to help you take charge of your free time and use it in a way that enriches your life.
Everything you do, every minute you spend, is your choice.
Don’t say, “I don’t have time to do x, y, or z,”
Instead, say,
“I don’t do x, y, or z because it’s not a priority.” “I don’t have time,” often means “It’s not a priority.”
Understand the time
4 hours in a day. 7 days a week – 168 hours
45 hours of work per week
8 hours sleep 56 hours for sleep Remaining time – 67 hours FREE TIME!!
Plan your tasks carefully to make the most of your free time.
Schedule your year
Write all the things you want to do, to achieve what you want this year
Break those into monthly tasks, weekly tasks, and daily tasks.
Categorize your tasks
Categories- career, relationships, and self.
Add points under each category on a daily basis,
so that you focus on all three categories equally.
Sort your priorities
Small moments can have great power, you can use your bits of time for bits of joy
Instead of spending 5 minutes of time on your social media now and then, spend that listening to a podcast or reading a book.
Know what you spending your time on
List down the activities done by you in that 67 hours of free time every week.
Analyze the time wasters.
Try to eliminate one every week and see the productivity for every week.
List down your goals
List long-term ones, then short-term ones.
Break down your goals in the form of actionable activities.
Check if your yearly goals reflect your long-term goals?
Review and Reflect
With every week passing by, spend some time to analyse your week, if it was spent the way you wanted to.
Review Tasks done, and tasks postponed.
Plan your next week accordingly.
Repetition
Doing this activity a few days a week or a few weeks a month does not give the expected results. Do this continuously for 6 months or a one-year span time.
You will notice having full control of your time and skyrocketing productivity in everything you prioritize.
Gaining control of your free time is about being intentional and mindful of how you spend your moments. By prioritizing your activities, setting boundaries, and embracing meaningful pursuits, you can transform your leisure time into an opportunity for growth, joy, and self-discovery. Remember, life is about finding a harmonious balance between responsibilities and leisure, and with these tips, you can make the most of your free time and lead a more fulfilled and purposeful life.
All the best with this journey!
Archana Shaktawat
