Time Managment

I often find myself in this scenario-

When I'm at work, I can think of a million things that need to get done. Whether it be organizing my office, fixing the broken candle holder, or faxing off the documents for my reimbursements...the list can be endless. But the moment that I get home, I don't have the energy or enthusiasm to do anything.

Lately, I've been questioning the reason for the misbalance in my life. Am I spending too much time stressing but not doing or am I overwhelmed with this unfulling job which is draining all of the energy from me. Don't get me wrong- I know that having a job, considering the current state of affairs, is a major blessing. But what if its affecting your mental health and peace of mind?

This weeks' interview really made me realize how I could be doing so much more than "pushing paper". I could actually be in a position where I am challenged and leave the office with some sense of accomplishment. In addition, I could actually use the skills and knowledge that I obtained in all those years of school.

But back to my management skills...

So I picked up this book on organizational solutions and I'm studying time managment skills through articles on the net. I'm also going to put my Blackberry to even greater use by organizing my entire day for one week. This includes planning meals, time in prayer and study, completing laundry, and extracurricular activities like Scrabble.

This is all a part of my goal to bring balance to my life this year and into the future. I find that I can get so engulfed in one or two projects that I loose sight of other things that need to be addressed.

If at the end of the day, I can be more efficient and effective, life will be so much better.