December can be a busy time of year, with work deadlines, school activities, functions, shopping, checklists and more. Many people experience stress from the business of this time of year and consequently, relationships and interactions may also become more taxing.
“To do” lists can help us prioritise between urgent and important tasks and non- urgent and unimportant tasks. List can assist people to feel organised and manage their time well. They can increase the chances of completing vital jobs, help with motivation and lead to feelings of satisfaction. Lists are a good way to feel more organised and get tasks completed.
Close reliance on lists however, can lead to ignorance of a top priority for most people; that being relationships. When people are fixated on getting through their to do lists and making progress on tasks, interruption from other people or things can be unwelcome. Focusing purely on tasks and not responding to other people may result in regret, guilt or dissatisfaction.
A balance between being organised and flexible is often the key to feelings satisfied. If you have the tendency to become list focused when busy, and desire to be more people focused, add engaging daily with your loved ones to you urgent and important list until it becomes second nature. If you want further assistance becoming more involved and connected with people in your life, contact us.