Create Time for What is Important to You.

Hi! In this newsletter we look at ways to create time for what is important to you, we introduce an exciting new feature column, and we have details on our upcoming workshops for parents. We love hearing from you so send us your feedback, suggestions or questions to results@rileylife.co.nz or contact us online at www.rileylife.co.nz
Warm regards,
Karyn.

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Create Time For What Is Important To You.

How many of us feel we have sufficient time to get everything done? How does it feel when your To Do list continues to grow longer, with no end in sight? What would your life look like if you were to step off the treadmill, feeling calm, organised and confident?

We have probably all had the thought: I must get around to that one day! In our busy lives, it is easy to get caught up in our daily activities and to lose sight of the things that are truly important to us. Without planning adequate time for the important things in our lives, they often remain in our minds or on our To Do lists, draining our energy and distracting us from our priorities every time we think about them without taking action.

Thinking there are many things to do and having insufficient time to do them all can leave you feeling overwhelmed, frustrated and unmotivated. Like being in a maze, it can be difficult to decide which path will lead you towards where you want to be.

Below are our time management tips and strategies for you to create time for what is important to you:

• Establish a time management system in lieu of To Do lists.
• Use one time management tool only (diary, calendar, planner etc.)
• Focus on one thing at a time.
• Prioritise each day.
• Identify your priorities by reviewing your vision and goals.
• Plan and schedule in realistic, adequate blocks of time, in advance.
• Write everything down.
• Use the six D's when prioritising:
Do it, Delegate, Dump, Detach from it, Determine it is OK as is, Date it.
• Say No to unreasonable or additional requests without feeling guilty.
• Follow through to completion.
• Avoid or overcome procrastination and perfectionism.
• Tackle harder tasks when you are at your best.
• Simplify your life, reducing pressure and overwhelm.
• Celebrate, and reward yourself along the way. This will provide you with motivation, energy and momentum to continue forward.

Transform your thoughts, ideas and good intentions into action today. What action are you going to take to create time for what is important to you?

Email results@rileylife.co.nz if you would like to receive a complimentary assessment that will help you identify areas of your life where you can use our time management tips to create time for what is important to you.

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New Feature Column:   Ask The Parent Coach

This exciting new column gives you the opportunity to have your parenting questions answered by our parent coach, Karyn Riley. Email your questions to results@rileylife.co.nz (include Ask The Parent Coach in the subject) and we will include your question and a response in each monthly newsletter.

Q: How do we find common ground between our different parenting styles?

Parents commonly experience differing parenting styles, both in childhood themselves and when raising their own children. It is important for parents be united in working together, communicating regularly and utilising your unique parenting skills to compliment one another. A good starting point can be discussing what your parenting styles are, acknowledging that each style has its own merits, and agreeing on how you can support each other in being a consistent parenting team. This eliminates feelings of blame, being right or wrong, or feeling like someone has won or lost.

Once you have a strong foundation as parents, involve your children in regular family discussions, encouraging teamwork within your family. Acknowledge that every family member has a unique and valued role in contributing to your family.

Like Forrest Gump once said: Life is like a box of chocolates. Celebrate the unique flavours in your family assortment.

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Parenting Workshops: Free Yourself From The Challenges Of Parenting

Are you looking to rediscover your identity? Would you like to simplify your life? How would it feel to take time out just for you without feeling guilty? What would it be like to improve family communication, and enhance your parenting and family relationships?
 
All of these topics and more are covered in our popular workshops for parents.

Workshop numbers are limited. Avoid disappointment. Book your place now!

REGISTER NOW at www.rileylife.co.nz  or email results@rileylife.co.nz

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Call Karyn Riley, the Parenting & Well-being Specialist
phone (+64 3) 344 2924 or email results@rileylife.co.nz