To get things done in a timely manner, add a specifi c when and where to each task on your liststudies show that deciding in advance when and where you will complete a task can double or triple your chances of actually doing it.

Add When and Where to Your To-Do List

Making a new decisions create mental tension that is, in fact, stressful. So use routines to reduce the number of decisions you need to make. Once you’ve put less-important decisions on autopilot, they’ll stop weighing on you and you’ll free up your energy for things that matter more.

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Nine Ways Successful People Defeat Stress

Interest in an activity doesn’t just keep you going despite fatigue it actually replenishes your energy for whatever you’ll do next.

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When we’re stressed, it can feel as if the universe is conspiring against us. It’s easy to get trapped in a negative spiral, ruminating on everything that’s going wrong essentially paralyzing ourselves. Perfectionism can similarly trap us. How do you break the cycle when it’s your own mind playing tricks on you? Do some additional if-then planning, because it can help you do more than tackle your to dos. According to research by NYU’s Peter Gollwitzer, it also allows you to control emotional responses such as fear, sadness, fatigue, self-doubt, and even disgust

Articulate Your Desired Response

Big Picture Perspective when facing numerous tasks, derive motivation from understanding how each task contributes to larger goals. Instead of viewing tasks in isolation, connect them to broader objectives and outcomes. By linking tasks to meaningful goals, you'll find renewed energy and purpose in your work.

See the Big Picture

We all pursue our goals with one of two mind-sets: what I call the be-good approach.Be Good Approach-Focuses on proving existing abilities, often leading to comparison with others and increased stress when expectations aren't met.e.Get Better Approach- Emphasizes continuous improvement and learning, leading to self-comparison over time and reduced stress in the face of setbacks.hShifting from a "be-good" to a "get-better" mindset can foster resilience and sustained motivation.

Focus on Improving, Not Perfecting

When you’re feeling overwhelmed, dwelling on your failures and weaknesses won’t solve the problem. You’re better off looking at your mistakes with compassion and remembering that everyone messes up now and then. by giving yourself permission to make mistakes and learn from them, you can actually reduce your stress and improve your performance.

1. Cut Yourself Some Slack

If you’re stressed by a complex yearlong project six months in, take a moment to list what’s been done since day 1. Remember the diff i culties you’ve already encountered and how you dealt with them. Then, with a sense of wellarned confi dence, think about how far you have left to go and keep your eyes on the prize.

Appreciate the Progress That You’ve Already Made

Managing the human side of workResearch by Daniel Goleman, a psychologist and coauthor of Primal Leadership, has shown that emotional intelligence is a more powerful determinant of good leadership than technical competence, IQ, or vision.Influencing those around us and supporting our own well-being requires us to be self-aware, know when and how to regulate our emotional reactions, and understand the emotional responses of those around us. No wonder emotional intelligence has become one of the crucial criteria in hiring and promotion.But luckily it’s not just an innate trait: Emotional intelligence is composed of skills that all of us can learn and improve on. In this guide, you’ll learn how to:<ul><li>Determine your emotional intelligence strengths and weaknesses<li>Understand and manage your emotional reactions<li>Deal with difficult people<li>Make smarter decisions<li>Bounce back from tough times<li>Help your team develop emotional intelligence</ul>Arm yourself with the advice you need to succeed on the job, with the most trusted brand in business. Packed with how-to essentials from leading experts, the HBR Guides provide smart answers to your most pressing work challenges.

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