A sudden gush of positive thinking and enthusiasm came in my way this afternoon.
Morning started blandly in a depressed state of mind, and I could not cheer myself back enough to focus, neither motivate myself enough to not deviate. Everything seemed overwhelming and time seemed to crunch way too much.
Then I used one of my cliched (but useful) techniques of getting back - read stuff and write things down. I did some readings about planning, motivation, interview preparation etc. Simultaneously, I jotted down my issues, anxieties; made a list of distractions and solutions; did my finances; and could immediately work out a nice work plan that seemed feasible.
Now I have a clear set of goals and timelines in my mind, things seem to be tight but surely within reach, and I have assured back-ups that settled my anxiety quite a bit. And only then I could focus on work. I have been working since then. Not that I have made a lot of progress, and I wish I could discuss my progress everyday with someone, but it's still fine. I have made a good beginning. A good day at work might be as rewarding as another good week of work to follow. And yes, nothing can beat the happiness and peace that one gets from sinking oneself completely into work without realizing that hours have passed by.
Looking forward to some more fruitful days ahead.
Morning started blandly in a depressed state of mind, and I could not cheer myself back enough to focus, neither motivate myself enough to not deviate. Everything seemed overwhelming and time seemed to crunch way too much.
Then I used one of my cliched (but useful) techniques of getting back - read stuff and write things down. I did some readings about planning, motivation, interview preparation etc. Simultaneously, I jotted down my issues, anxieties; made a list of distractions and solutions; did my finances; and could immediately work out a nice work plan that seemed feasible.
Now I have a clear set of goals and timelines in my mind, things seem to be tight but surely within reach, and I have assured back-ups that settled my anxiety quite a bit. And only then I could focus on work. I have been working since then. Not that I have made a lot of progress, and I wish I could discuss my progress everyday with someone, but it's still fine. I have made a good beginning. A good day at work might be as rewarding as another good week of work to follow. And yes, nothing can beat the happiness and peace that one gets from sinking oneself completely into work without realizing that hours have passed by.
Looking forward to some more fruitful days ahead.
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