The Best Way To Predict The Future Is To Invent It Yourself
By Daniel Stamp

The most frequently asked question by Priority clients is, "how do I achieve a better life/work balance and reduce my stress?" Our response is always the same - you alone are responsible for inventing the future! And it's never too late to create a 'future perfect'.
Many people don't seem to grasp this basic truth-they hope the boss, their work colleagues or even their partners will miraculously change the status quo. Some believe that it's just a matter of waiting for the New Year, a new job or a new partner.
If you truly want to achieve better balance, feel more in control of your life and reduce your stress at the same time follow this process:

Write one written goal for these six areas of your life: work; learning; physical; social; family and spiritual

Carpe diem - do it today!

For the next seven days choose just ONE item from The Ten Action Steps below and commit by adding to your task list:

• make an appointment in your calendar to do something that makes you feel good
• learn a new skill/start reading a good book
• get outdoors-go for a walk, a swim or play a game of tennis
• call an old friend
• volunteer in your community
• join a club or special interest group
• arrange a one-on-one with someone close in your family (a child, sibling or partner)
• go and see a play/opera and support your local arts scene
• share something important with a trusted friend
• practice a good breathing technique at least twice a day