“You’re not rushed right now, so why do you feel a sense of urgency. Yea I know you haven’t started on your pushups yet today, but the rest is falling into place. The pushups can be done by the end of the work day. You’ve always managed to do it before. Don’t get discouraged it will just extend this unwanted feeling you’re soaking in currently. Kill that feeling yourself. Rep by rep. You’ll see, you’ll watch it die down. Until you reach a state of boredom, because you’re done. Attack what’s left with calmness in mind. With the knowing that it will be done. That you’re currently getting it done. No need for that urgency when you’re already doing it. All that’s left is to continue to do it until there is nothing left to do.“
Reflecting on this self-talk, I realize how often we create unnecessary stress by imposing unrealistic deadlines on ourselves. The sense of urgency often stems from an internal pressure to achieve and complete tasks quickly, even when there’s ample time. It’s a vicious cycle, where the anxiety of unfinished tasks clouds the present moment, making the process feel more burdensome than it should be.
The key lies in shifting our mindset from one of panic to one of calm, steady progress. Understanding that every action, no matter how small, contributes to the overall goal. By breaking down tasks into manageable parts and focusing on one step at a time, we can alleviate the overwhelming feeling that often accompanies our to-do lists.
It’s about trusting the process and recognizing our own capabilities. We’ve proven to ourselves time and again that we can get the job done. The pushups, the work tasks, the personal goals, they all fall into place when approached with a calm and collected mindset. This self-talk serves as a reminder that it’s not about rushing to the finish line, but about maintaining a steady pace and enjoying the journey.
By doing this, we transform the task from a daunting challenge into a series of achievable actions. Each rep, each completed task, is a victory that propels us forward. The urgency dissipates, replaced by a sense of control and accomplishment. It’s in this state that we find true productivity, where the mind is focused, and the body follows suit.
