Don't Be Tardy
Daily Inspiration
By John H. Sklare, Ed.D, Lifescript Personal Coach
Published May 23, 2011
I find it fascinating how we all seem to have certain things that get our goat, so to speak. And what’s even more interesting about this is what tends to irritate and annoy one person may have absolutely no impact at all on another. I wrote an article a while back about a related topic, Pet Peeves, that seemed to strike a chord and get a real rise out of many of you. Today I want to address another irritating situation: Being late!
I operate under the assumption that if I am not 15 or 20 minutes early, I’m late. With this as my standard, I find myself seldom rushed and never late for an appointment or meeting. Of course, there is always the occasional flat tire or unforeseen situation that you cannot control, but that is precisely why I always figure that possibility into my traveling calculation. In my opinion, being late never serves you well and always makes a bad impression. In short, it demonstrates poor planning and reeks of disrespect! So I always try to arrive early because there is one sentence I don’t like to say… or hear: I’m sorry I’m late!
Wishing You Great Health,
Dr. John H. Sklare
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MY THOUGHTS
I can't say Iwas never tardy. But I am the one some people hated because they had to take the bus to a retreat venue. We set a time and a place. We gave enough warning that we would leave at the appointed time. We also gave out maps-for those who thought I wasn't serious enoughto leave them behind. I did. I don't believe those who came early should be allowed to cool their heels for those who cannot come on time.
Showing posts with label managing your time. Show all posts
Showing posts with label managing your time. Show all posts
Monday, May 23, 2011
Saturday, February 12, 2011
YOUR PRECIOUS TIME
Precious Time
Daily Inspiration
By John H. Sklare, Ed.D, Lifescript Personal Coach
Published February 07, 2011
Time is probably the most precious thing we have on earth. You can make a good argument for many other valued intangibles in life, but without time, nothing can be accomplished. This is why it pains me to see people waste this gift that we all receive at birth.
One of my favorite thoughts about time comes from Albert Einstein, who proposed an interesting concept called the “space-time illusion.” This illusion comes from two different types of time that Einstein identified as linear time and subjective time.
Linear time can be objectively measured. A clock, for example, is an excellent illustration of linear time: A minute is a minute no matter where you are or what you’re doing. Subjective time, on the other hand, doesn’t lend itself to objective measurement. It’s totally dependent on the experience and state of mind of each individual observer.
In explaining the difference between the two, Einstein said, “Spending a minute sitting on a hot stove seems like an hour, while spending an hour with a beautiful girl seems like a minute.” What he means is that your perception of the passage of time depends on each situation you find yourself in.
All this talk about time leaves me with the following two questions: How do you spend most of your precious time? Is it spent wisely or wasted thoughtlessly? Only time will tell!
Wishing You Great Health,
Dr. John H. Sklare
MY THOUGHTS
i like this.like this very much.i like the idea of subjective time. moments most precious to me have actually been the shortest.
www.innerdiet.com
Daily Inspiration
By John H. Sklare, Ed.D, Lifescript Personal Coach
Published February 07, 2011
Time is probably the most precious thing we have on earth. You can make a good argument for many other valued intangibles in life, but without time, nothing can be accomplished. This is why it pains me to see people waste this gift that we all receive at birth.
One of my favorite thoughts about time comes from Albert Einstein, who proposed an interesting concept called the “space-time illusion.” This illusion comes from two different types of time that Einstein identified as linear time and subjective time.
Linear time can be objectively measured. A clock, for example, is an excellent illustration of linear time: A minute is a minute no matter where you are or what you’re doing. Subjective time, on the other hand, doesn’t lend itself to objective measurement. It’s totally dependent on the experience and state of mind of each individual observer.
In explaining the difference between the two, Einstein said, “Spending a minute sitting on a hot stove seems like an hour, while spending an hour with a beautiful girl seems like a minute.” What he means is that your perception of the passage of time depends on each situation you find yourself in.
All this talk about time leaves me with the following two questions: How do you spend most of your precious time? Is it spent wisely or wasted thoughtlessly? Only time will tell!
Wishing You Great Health,
Dr. John H. Sklare
MY THOUGHTS
i like this.like this very much.i like the idea of subjective time. moments most precious to me have actually been the shortest.
www.innerdiet.com
Friday, September 24, 2010
Never Be Late Again: 9 Ways to Make It Happen
Never Be Late Again: 9 Ways to Make It Happen
By Jessica Stillman | September 1, 2010
For the perpetually tardy it sounds like mission impossible — reform your ways and never be late for an appointment again. But now that you’ve left behind your lazy college days and joined the working world, the inability to be on time can have a serious impact on your career. So can it you transform yourself into a punctual person?
Awesomely named blog Dumb Little Man thinks it’s possible. In a post written by the habitually late child of a habitually late father, the blog lays out the case that there are ways to become more punctual, even if your inability to be on time feels like a deeply ingrained aspect of your character. Here are nine tips to try:
1. The first step is acceptance. Admit you have a problem and enlist help.
2. Surround yourself with clocks (not just the one on your cell phone).
3. Bring something to read or occupy you, so if you arrive early, you don’t feel like you’re “wasting time.”
4. Give yourself a handicap. If you’re a bad estimator, double the time you think it will take to get there.
5. If you’ve never been where you’re going, look up directions beforehand (not at the time you’re supposed to be walking out the door).
6. Before you accept invitations for engagements, ask yourself if you really can, or want to, attend. If you’re hesitant, perhaps it’s better to politely decline than rudely arrive late.
7. Don’t try to do too much. Keep a detailed schedule and don’t be distracted by tasks not on it.
8. Fine yourself a dollar (to your piggy bank) for every minute you’re late.
9. Hypnosis. Hey, it can’t hurt, right?
MY THOUGHTS
hypnosis? oh, well, surrounding your self with clocks works. well, i think i've tried the rest. my problem is that the only really quiet time - without people dropping in and out of your office, no calls, no disractions- is in the evening. so, i end up working well into the night. stay up late, wake up late. an endless cycle i find hard to break. might as well try number 8. like the idea.
By Jessica Stillman | September 1, 2010
For the perpetually tardy it sounds like mission impossible — reform your ways and never be late for an appointment again. But now that you’ve left behind your lazy college days and joined the working world, the inability to be on time can have a serious impact on your career. So can it you transform yourself into a punctual person?
Awesomely named blog Dumb Little Man thinks it’s possible. In a post written by the habitually late child of a habitually late father, the blog lays out the case that there are ways to become more punctual, even if your inability to be on time feels like a deeply ingrained aspect of your character. Here are nine tips to try:
1. The first step is acceptance. Admit you have a problem and enlist help.
2. Surround yourself with clocks (not just the one on your cell phone).
3. Bring something to read or occupy you, so if you arrive early, you don’t feel like you’re “wasting time.”
4. Give yourself a handicap. If you’re a bad estimator, double the time you think it will take to get there.
5. If you’ve never been where you’re going, look up directions beforehand (not at the time you’re supposed to be walking out the door).
6. Before you accept invitations for engagements, ask yourself if you really can, or want to, attend. If you’re hesitant, perhaps it’s better to politely decline than rudely arrive late.
7. Don’t try to do too much. Keep a detailed schedule and don’t be distracted by tasks not on it.
8. Fine yourself a dollar (to your piggy bank) for every minute you’re late.
9. Hypnosis. Hey, it can’t hurt, right?
MY THOUGHTS
hypnosis? oh, well, surrounding your self with clocks works. well, i think i've tried the rest. my problem is that the only really quiet time - without people dropping in and out of your office, no calls, no disractions- is in the evening. so, i end up working well into the night. stay up late, wake up late. an endless cycle i find hard to break. might as well try number 8. like the idea.
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