How To Stay Sane When Life Is Crazy Busy

Well life is picking up the pace here at Garden House. Weekends away with friends, two weddings fast approaching and the steady hum of a host of summer socials….

It's all lovely and I'm not complaining! But how do you stay sane when you're living life in the fast lane and you still need to get all your usual stuff done?

When life is moving fast you need to slow down. 

It's tempting to rush but if you stay present, keep your head down and do one thing at a time you'll make better progress.

When my to-do list is overwhelming, this is what I do.  

1 The Rule Of Three

Pick the three most important things to do that day and do those first. Non-negotiable.

2 Stay In The Present

It can be easy to spiral out into the future, which is stressful, makes things wise and slows you down. Press pause, take a breath and then make a start. Do what’s in front of you and keep going until it’s finished. Rinse and repeat.

3 Use The Three D’s

Ask yourself these three questions: Can I ditch it? Can I delegate it? Can I delay it for now? Act accordingly.

4 Mantra Magic

I find repeating a slow and steady mantra helps. My go-to right now is 'I have plenty of time'.

What helps you stay sane when life is busy?