[A] brain that spends more fuel on self-regulation and experiences interest and novelty with real intensity — is part of why recovery after sustained effort isn't a luxury. It's part of how the system runs well in the first place.
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When we capture those important tasks, there are typically a few more steps that our brains require before we can truly get into action. When it comes to planning & prioritizing, what does your brain need most?
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A common observation and question from clients during the pandemic is “Where has my motivation gone to?” This prompted a great conversation with a summer intern here at Coaching Cville. High school senior Lindsay Simpson is no stranger to managing her own motivation, so I invited her to blog for Coaching Cville about the strategies that she finds useful to “get things done.” I hope this post inspires you to uncover ways to move forward when you are feeling stuck.
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While flipping the switch and moving from one task to another is unavoidable throughout the day, understanding how to accommodate for these transitions can empower you to choose how you approach your tasks and accomplish daily goals.
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The streets are empty. Traffic is nearly nonexistent. Grocery shelves are empty. Toilet paper is being hoarded. Clorox wipes and Lysol spray is nowhere to be found.
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A bend in the road can signify more than one shift in perspective. Pulling over to appreciate the view might be just what you need to see where you’re going.
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Clutter is hard - it creeps up on you, often to the point where you suddenly feel overwhelmed by the enormity of the task. Closets are the spaces that hide my dirty secrets, and thankfully closets are small enough to create big wins…
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When you see someone struggling, losing steam, or missing an expected milestone, I hope that you might step back and reframe your observations with compassion.
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It seems that it was becoming harder and harder to keep up with all of the unsubscribe requests, and occasionally I would unsubscribe to a fake list, which added my email to several more lists that didn’t always get caught in my SPAM filter. Organizing my inbox was mission critical to finding and responding to the important emails.
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In today's modern age, it can be a challenge to completely remove screens without becoming a Buddhist monk in a mountainside monastery.
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That brain dump makes room for all of the other tidbits of data I collect in the day. I can't carry it all in my head without feeling a bit cluttered on the inside. Do I always keep those lists in check? Nope. But when I fall off that wagon, I know that getting right back on will set me straight.
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