Everyday Better with Leah Smart How to Take Control of Your Calendar with Time Crafting
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Jul 8, 2025 Discover how to take control of your calendar with a unique time management technique called Time Crafting. Learn the importance of tracking daily activities to evaluate their emotional impact and energy levels. Explore the paradox of discretionary time and its effect on happiness, alongside the emotional facets of balancing work and family life. Hear personal insights on managing communication overload and prioritizing meaningful moments with loved ones, ensuring your schedule reflects what truly matters.
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Track Time and Rate Feelings
- Track your time in 30-minute increments to understand how you really spend your day.
- Rate each activity's effect on your happiness or energy on a scale from 1 to 10 for better self-awareness.
Balance Time, Not Just Quantity
- Having too little or too much discretionary time lowers happiness and satisfaction.
- Happiness depends more on how time is spent, not just how much free time you have.
Use Tracking to Identify Energy
- Track specific activities and rate their satisfaction to see which really energize or drain you.
- Review results to identify time-wasters and activities to protect for well-being.
