We’ve all heard the sayings – “time is money”, “there’s never enough time in the day”, etc. But have you really thought about how the way we spend our time reflects our true priorities and character?
The fact is, the people closest to us take notice – they ‘know’ us…
Maybe better then we know ourselves.
Kids Know if You Make Time for Them
Kids are incredibly perceptive, especially when it comes to their parents. No matter what we say, kids will figure out pretty quickly if we actually set aside quality time for them or not. Going through the motions of being physically present while zoned out on our phones or devices doesn’t fool them – maybe it does in the short term, but long term? Not a shot.
Maybe start to make a habit of putting away screens during family meals and quality time
Friends See Who You Prioritize
Our friends can easily tell who we make an effort for and who we constantly pull the “I’m too busy” card with. Are you the friend who is always there when it matters? Or are you the flaky one that can never seem to find the time?
Start scheduling regular friend dates and outings as a simple way to show how much we value those friendships.
Colleagues Spot the Coworkers Who Put in Effort
At work, it’s clear who goes the extra mile to build relationships and who looks out for the team versus those coworkers who only keep their best interests at the forefront. The little gestures and time investments solidify your reputation.
What are some ways you can start to look out for your coworkers?
We Are the Sum of Our Daily Habits
At the end of the day, we get to choose how we spend our precious time and attention. Those choices ultimately shape who we are in the eyes of others. Do we reinforce being the person people can count on and want to be around? Or do our habits shine a light on us that is selfish, distracted, or indifferent?
The differences are made in the details – the small, daily actions we take over time. Do they start adding up to meaningful connections? Or are we slowly pushing people away bit by bit?
This week
Investing our time shapes our relationships for the better.
This week, pick one relationship to prioritize with your time. Look for small pockets to be fully present. See if it has a positive ripple effect!
Joe DiAndrea 