Staying Focused on Major Goals for Maximum Productivity while Creating Lasting Joy
Are you feeling overwhelmed by small tasks, struggling to merge effective work with inner peace, or finding that satisfaction is always just out of reach? Dive into this newsletter to discover practical tips on staying focused, achieving Peaceful Productivity, and making joy last.
Small Project Creep
Yes, I’m a productivity mentor. And I’m human! So I as well find my swamped with projects and to-does.
Recently I sensed how anxiety was rising with the school holidays approaching for us in August.
Earlied in July we had a week mid-term break and I had managed to keep my schedule relatively spacious. We cherished the days together and I knew I wanted more of this when August roles around.
During a call with my mastermind group, I laid out my different priorities and thoughts. My coach pointed out that I was experiencing “small project creep”—spending time on small projects because they seem easier and faster to accomplish, yet they were taking away focus from what really matters.
At least two things on my list were small projects that were derailing me from my bigger goals.
So check in, if you also may be experiencing “small project creep”.
And if yes, take some intentional time to refocus and clarify what your major projects are and whey they are important.
By keeping your focus on the larger, more impactful projects, you’ll not only make significant progress but also maintain a sense of accomplishment and peace.
The Humane Marketing Show
I’m thrilled to share my recent interview on the Humane Marketing Show! Sarah Santacroce and her community care deeply about authenticity, consciousness, and responsibility in their businesses.
We talk about how Peaceful Productivity involves balancing productivity with calm and fulfillment by shifting from a mindset of busyness to focusing on needle-moving actions, setting clear work-rest boundaries, prioritising self-care, delegating tasks to future-proof your business.
This episode is packed with valuable advice for quietly rebellious entrepreneurs looking to enhance their productivity while maintaining a sense of calm and balance. Tune in to the episode here and let these insights inspire your journey towards peaceful productivity.
How to Make Joy Last
Satisfaction is often fleeting. We seek more, more, and more.
And the good feelings quickly fade. So we seek again.
This is due to a psychological phenomenon known as the “hedonic treadmill”. This means that we quickly return to a baseline level of happiness after achieving something that initially brought us joy.
To create a more lasting sense of satisfaction, share your joyful experiences with those you love. For example, I recently had coffee and cake with my friend Dolores, who visited from Italy. I love cake, but it always tastes better when enjoyed in good company.