If someone wastes 5 minutes of your life, 4 minutes is your fault.

If someone wastes 5 minutes of your life, 4 minutes is your fault.

It is a life long lesson from my 18 years of dealing with professionals.

This is how I managed my time and energy effectively.

It has helped me to achieve more, reduce stress, and enjoy life better.

The key to this skill is a simple but powerful principle!

It's something that you can apply in any situation, whether it's at work, at home, or anywhere else.

It may sound harsh, but it's true.

The principle is this: If someone wastes 5 minutes of your life, 4 minutes is your fault.

I am responsible for how I react to the things that happen around me.

It is Simple!

We can either let them bother us and drain our resources,

OR

We can let them go and focus on what matters.

How can we do this?

Here are the two practical ways that have worked for me:

1 - Set clear boundaries and expectations.

Don't let people take advantage of your kindness or generosity.

If someone asks you for a favor or a meeting, make sure they have a clear purpose and agenda.

If they don't, politely decline or reschedule.

2 - Learn to say no.

Sometimes, we feel obligated to say yes to everything,

Even if it's not aligned with our goals or values.

This can lead to 1) stress, 2) resentment, and 3) wasted time.

Saying no is not rude or selfish, it's respectful and honest.

It shows that you value your time and yourself.

Follow the above two tips, and:

1 - You can avoid wasting your precious time and energy on things that don't matter.

2 - You can also free up more time and energy for the things that truly matter to you.

Finally, remember, if someone wastes 5 minutes of your life, 4 minutes is your fault.

Only YOU have the power to change that.

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