VN January 2023

Vetnews | January 2023 41 Three Areas of Priority Recommended  Spiritual life : this area is highly personal for each person and involves more than the concept of religion. It also involves our purpose and function within our immediate family, friend circles, greater networks, community, country, and the world. Our ultimate priorities should align with what we understand to be our personal purpose in life.  Personal and family priorities : this area includes your personal health and goals, as well as your family relationships. I would consider it unwise to pursue material success at the expense of either your personal or family priorities. I strongly advocate getting enough rest to stay alert and able to fight illness, getting proper nutrition and exercise, and leaving some time on the schedule for relaxation and recreation.  Business and professional life priorities : this is an area where we need to manage time, energy, and resources very tightly. Distractions are a lot more predictable, and there will be four types of activities that you will need to prioritise: • Non-urgent and unimportant • Non-urgent but important • Urgent but unimportant • Urgent and important Important take top priority. Consider the activities you face daily and organise them into these four categories. Your top two priorities will be related to activities that will expand your business and activities relating to serving those who are dependent on you. How do you live out these priorities you have set for yourself? 1. Read your list of top priorities daily and engrain them in your mind, attitude, and life. 2. Agree with key individuals on family goals (spouse), fitness goals (doctor), and work goals (boss). 3. Have a mentor, coach, or accountability partner. 4. Manage your own time and priorities rather than have others manage them for you. Next month, we will continue looking at other concepts and ideas and improving our quality of life and overall performance at work and home. v Life Coaching Tel: 012 346 1150 Email: assistant@sava.co.za ADVERTISE IN VETNEWS MAGAZINE