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What Does It Mean To Be You Essay

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Learn to revel in 'being', not just 'doing'. You are not your work.
You are You. Just be You in your essence for a while each day, not the various roles you play.
Make a list of all your regular activities. Are they all necessary to enhance either your personal life or career / work? If they sap your energy, if they've become simply a habit, or they're for some person or thing that is not adding value to your life, ditch them. Often we don't realise this is the case until we have stepped back for a while and looked at things objectively.
Take time to daydream and set some dream goals. Make a 'bucket list' or try to visualise your 'ideal life'.
Write a mission statement and a vision statement for your life.
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So it can be both important and beneficial beyond your own immediate sphere of operations. But it should not rule your life, and ultimately what is important is your happiness, not your bank balance. At the end of your life, you can't take your monetary fortune with you. Happy memories and relationships you can.
Create some space for yourself at the beginning of the day. Meditate, or just give yourself some quiet time to enjoy that cup of coffee or read the newspaper in peace.
Practise time management to ensure you're making the most of the time you do have. If you plan for the most efficient use of your time, you can achieve more. For instance, if visiting a number of places, plan the most efficient route and allow time to complete each visit properly.
Making a daily list of tasks is useful. Number them in order of priority, and deal with the crucial or difficult tasks early. Cross items off as you finish them, both to keep track of your progress as well as to give you a sense of satisfaction and achievement as you get through the list. If you don't get through all items, don't beat yourself up about it. Recognise and allow for unpredictable

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