Deal with the 'important' now!
Peter Brown
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Right now, as I am just about to launch into a new venture, I have a lot of time on my hands. I am exercising daily, reading, riding and various other things, but truth be told I've got more time than I am used to having. I am going to put a fun video on LinkedIn after this as this is one thing that I have done with my time :-)
Speaking to friends and colleagues their chat is vastly different about how busy they are; many make a big thing about how incredibly busy they are despite Covid-19 and others (much less) say that things are quiet and they are struggling to keep busy and feel purposeful. For me I've found it a nightmare…
I was much less busy as Covid-19 struck and my inbox was decidedly quiet compared to not generally having a minute spare previously. I found it difficult until I got proactive.
During the horrendous pandemic it’s time to get proactive. Whether you admit it or not, you probably have more time right now – potentially no commute, less activity etc. If you accept this then you can take these very simple proactive steps:
1. Excercise – tell yourself you need to do 1 press-up or a 5 minute walk each day. This way you’ll succeed and over-perform rather than feel terrible when you miss a day.
2. Urgent v Important – when you are really busy you tend to deal with the urgent e.g. telephone calls and emails demanding your time NOW. The important things that aren’t urgent get left – strategy, why / what am I doing, my 5 year plan etc. It is these things that you should now address. Look to yourself and make time to help yourself grow.
3. Caring – every day, pick up the phone to at least one person that might be alone. Just say hello as in this time, this could be very important to those alone.
4. Drinking – don’t drink too much alcohol – enough said.
I have been really struggling during Covid-19 but I am very grateful that my struggles are mild compared to real struggles. If you are struggling then I hope my small points help a little?
Have a great Friday - I would appreciate a comment
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2 å¹´Peter, thanks for sharing!
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3 å¹´It is a nice post. I like you sharing everything that your felt and your thoughts. The way is like you talk to your good friends. Anyway, I like this writing style. Thank you for your sharing.
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4 å¹´This is really good, just what I needed today! Hope that you are well Peter.
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4 年Nice one Peter Brown .... it’s been a while my friend. 30+ years ago when we met who’d have guessed where we’d be 30+ years later? Alive, Fit (ish!), Healthy (ish), Responsible (ish) for others and still looking for challenges is a pretty good place to be despite a very weird year. Good luck in your next venture - be great to catch up some time soon!
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4 å¹´Some great points here Pete. Since moving to Cardiff 4 years ago I haven't been as active as I should be. Just before lockdown we got a chocolate Labrador puppy and it has helped ensure that we get out of the house every day for a walk and fresh air, regardless of the weather! Training him and walking him helps give us another focus otherwise we'd be suffering far more than we do. I have also started training with a PT again on a Friday evening. It's a good way to say goodbye to a tough week. I'm a wreck afterwards but I don't think about anything apart from giving each exercise everything I have and not being sick! At work we try to have virtual coffee breaks to make up for the water cooler chat and join roundtables with peers in the industry. Occasionally we may talk tech but usually it's just banter and letting off steam. Look after yourself and if you want a virtual coffee, drop me a line.