Strengthen Your Resilience with Time Management and Awe
Explore ways to strengthen your resilience in the veterinary profession: host Julie South discusses the significance of time management and finding awe-inspiring moments in our daily lives. By incorporating these strategies, veterinary professionals can enhance their resilience quotient and find a better balance between work and personal life.
Understanding Resilience and Time Management
At the core of professional growth and well-being lies the ability to bounce forward from setbacks and challenges. As Julie South emphasises, “resilience: life works much better when we have it.”
Resilience is not a fixed trait but rather a skill that can be honed and strengthened. Effective time management forms one of the key components of building resilience.
Awe-Inspiring Moments and Resilience
Julie delves into the concept of experiencing awe-inspiring moments in our daily lives.
These moments elevate our perspective and emotional experiences, leading to quicker recoveries from negative events and a greater sense of social connection.
Awe-inspiring moments also alter our perception of time, leading to increased present moment awareness and improved motivation and focus.
Incorporating Awe-some Moments
While awe-inspiring natural phenomena might not be a part of our daily routines, there are many accessible ways to integrate awe into our lives.
Exploring nature, engaging with arts and culture, or even recognising our personal achievements can bring about awe-inspiring moments. By consciously seeking these moments, we can cultivate a deeper sense of wonder and appreciation in our everyday lives.
RUTHLESS Time Management for Resilience
Effective time management plays a vital role in enhancing resilience.
Julie provides a comprehensive framework for ruthless prioritisation, utilisation of productivity tools, setting boundaries, and empowerment of others. By strategising on a weekly and daily basis, veterinary professionals can maintain a balanced approach to work and personal commitments, fostering improved self-care, efficiency, and delegation.
Conclusion:
Incorporating ruthless time management strategies and seeking awe-inspiring moments are pivotal in strengthening the resilience quotient of veterinary professionals.
By embracing these practices, individuals can establish a healthier work-life balance, enhance their motivation and focus, and effectively navigate the challenges of the veterinary profession.
Articles for further reading:
- Rudd, M., Vohs, K. D., & Aaker, J. (2012). Awe expands people’s perception of time, alters decision making, and enhances well-being. Psychological Science, 23(10), 1130-1136.
- Keltner, D., & Haidt, J. (2003). Approaching awe, a moral, spiritual, and aesthetic emotion. Cognition & Emotion, 17(2), 297-314.
- Anderson, C. L., Monroy, M., & Keltner, D. (2018). Awe in Nature Heals: Evidence from Military Veterans, At-Risk Youth, and College Students. Emotion, 18(8), 1195-1202.
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