Prioritize your tasks and knock off 4-5 of them a day.

One key to success is to become task oriented. When you have clearly defined goals and objectives, it’s easier to create steps in order to achieve them. These steps then break down into tasks that need to be accomplished. The key here is to not overburden yourself with too much at one time. Start every day with clear objectives. Know what needs to be done and then prioritize those tasks. Some people like to use long lists of tasks and check them off, including things like “Take a shower,” or “Fix lunch.” And there is no problem with that method. The main point is to prioritize the key actions that need to take place and tick them off as you go. Got a presentation due next week at the office? Better set aside some time to work on it. Skipped the gym yesterday? Might need to make sure that’s near the top of the list today. The feeling of accomplishment and power of checking a box or running a line through these tasks is meaningful. You have done something with you time that has been useful and beneficial to yourself and/or to others. Enjoy that sense of accomplishment and use it as motivation to keep going. But also recognize that you have limitations and there is only so much time in the day. I have seen some set task lists for home and work and then divide the energy they devote between the lists. That way, they ensure they keep a balanced work/home life. No matter where you are going on your path, setting goals and accomplishing tasks as you go will greatly improve your journey