Perhaps you are one of the fortunate few able to manage time with little effort, seldom feeling drained or strained from the opposing demands of work, home, family or all of the above. For the rest of us, here is an informative and down-to-earth article by Natasha Burton at Time.com explaining perhaps why we take on so much, and/or have a tough time saying “no”, or “no thanks.”
You will also find some simple suggestions to begin to regain control over your schedule and your life. Copy and paste the link below in your browser:
time.com/money/4061914/stop-overscheduling/?xid=homepage
If you would like to talk further about overscheduling, time management, or any issue in your life, Employee Assistance is a safe, supportive place to start. Call today, or visit our web page:
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