What if your to-do list could fuel your energy instead of draining it?
Unfortunately, we must face the fact that many tasks on our to-do list are necessary and cannot simply be removed. Sometimes, it feels hard to delegate or ask for help, even when in moments when we would need the most. What could be the remaining option for getting things done without feeling completely drained?
Step 1. One powerful approach is to look at the tasks we dislike the most and try to view them from a new perspective. Injecting small moments of joy and creativity while doing them—like listening to music, lighting a candle, or turning it into a game—can shift the emotional tone and make the task feel less heavy.
For example: instead of feeling drained at work while writing those same formal emails or newsletters, you can add your own signature style to them. By infusing a bit of your personality or creativity, the task becomes more enjoyable and authentic, rather than just another repetitive task.
Step 2. The second step is to let go of the unconscious injunctions like “I have to.” These mental commands create unnecessary pressure and stress. Instead, try shifting your mindset to “I choose to” which empowers you to make decisions based on your values, rather than external expectations.
Values act as a guiding compass, pointing you toward what truly matters and what fuels your energy. Through Life Coaching, you’ll reconnect with your core values, let go of those that drain you, and embrace new ones that boost your confidence and sense of direction.
By taking this second step, your mindset will naturally shift from doing things "perfectly" to doing things "correctly. Your level of stress and pressure will decrease. Why? Because you will become the own judge of what you do. Your tasks will be validated by your own internal rating system, rather than relying on external validation. It's easier to satisfy one person you truly know and understand—yourself—than to try to meet the expectations of ten individuals over whom you have no control. This shift empowers you to appreciate your efforts and progress you do.
Step 3. The third step is the natural consequence of steps one and two. By reconnecting with joy and seeking your own validation, you'll awaken your internal compass of your limits. Once you acknowledge your limits, it becomes easier to empower yourself to say 'no' when your to-do list feels overwhelming, to seek help instead of carrying everything alone, and to assertively delegate tasks to your team or partner when needed.
It all start with one powerful step : “giving yourself permission to feel empowered.”
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Key takeaways for this article.
Change your view on the task by:
Infusing creativity into the process
Adding small moment of joy
Switch the “I have to” to “I choose to”
Reconnect with your needs to know when it is time for a “stop” by:
Learning to say “no”
Seeking for help by acknowledging your limits
Delegating with confidence by reinforcing your values
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