This report includes nine powerful tips and three actionable steps you can take right away. It also includes a list of suggested readings for those who are looking for even more information.
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TOP TIPS
We
live in a fast-paced world that seems to be getting faster each year. While
technology has helped us accomplish some things more efficiently, it certainly
hasn't slowed our pace down. It's quite the opposite. Many people enjoy this
fast-paced, action-packed world, but even the most ardent supporters could
benefit from slowing down once in a while. It's not until we slow down that we
can notice just how far we have come. If you think you would benefit from
slowing down in life, consider these nine tips.
1. Slowing Down is a Choice
It
would help if you acknowledged that slowing down is a choice. Recognizing this
is important because it helps you realize that you don't have to bounce along
at breakneck speed with the rest of the world. You have the control to step
back and slow down. It's your choice to make.
2. Say "No" A Lot
More
The
best way to slow down is to say "no" more often. You don't always
have to do that favor or take on extra responsibilities. If you don't have the
time, don't be afraid to say no to other people's demands for your time.
3. Do Less
You
can accomplish just as much as you currently are by doing less if you make sure
you spend most of your active time on the things that matter most. Focus on the
things in your life that you really need to do, and let go (or outsource) the
rest.
4. Disconnect
Smartphones
and wireless internet are both life-changing developments in our world. Of
course, that doesn't mean you have to be using them 24 hours a day. Don't be
afraid to put your phone or device down, and immerse yourself in the world
directly in front of you.
5. Make More Time for Nature
Spending
time in nature is one of the best ways to ground yourself. Not all of us have
access to remote mountain trails, but even a stroll in your local park can do
wonders. Regularly spending time in the great outdoors is a wonderful way to
slow down.
6. Find Simple Pleasures
So
many of us seem to spend our time mindlessly working while waiting for the big
events in our life. Not everything you celebrate or enjoy needs to be a big
event, though. Learn to take more pleasure in the small daily things. Don't
choke back your coffee as fast as possible in the morning; sit down and truly
savor it.
7. Focus on Your Breathing
When
is the last time you just sat there and focused on your breathing? This might
not seem groundbreaking, but it's a powerful activity that helps ground you at
the moment. If you ever feel like things are racing and spinning around you out
of your control, take some time to clear your mind and focus on your breathing.
8. Stick to Single-Tasking
Focusing
on one task at a time is a great way to slow your pace down. Instead of rushing
to finish multiple tasks, you can take your time and do one well. An added
benefit is that single-tasking is often more efficient than multi-tasking
anyways.
9. Who Are You Competing With?
What
imaginary race are you running, and who are your competitors? So often, our
fast pace is in response to us competing with a sibling, coworker, neighbor, or
that guy we all hated in high school. If you commit to worrying less about
other people and stop comparing yourself, you will naturally slow your pace.
FAST-ACTION STEPS
a) Practice
saying no. The next time someone asks you to do something you don't have time
for, say no. Don't worry about explaining why.
b) Audit
your day. Take a day (or more) to track everything that you do. Which tasks are
just time-wasters? Are there any that you could outsource?
c) Find
more simple pleasures. Find a new hobby or pastime that you can regularly
enjoy.
FURTHER
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