The Lost Art of Doing One Thing at a Time

The Lost Art of Doing One Thing at a Time

(Spring Break Reflections)

When you are working on something, do you find yourself wanting to do something else at the same time? For example, when you're watching television are you tempted to check your notifications on facebook as well? We seem to think that we can do both things at the same time. Sure, you can do two things at one time but you will not have your full attention on one thing, so you will lose some information while trying to do two things at the same time. How many times have you sat down with a plate of food and just enjoyed eating it without any other distractions? Why is it that we oftentimes want to eat and watch t.v. at the same time (myself included)? When you are watching t.v. you can't really focus on what you are eating. In this day and age of endless technology options, constant updates on facebook newsfeed, and endless opportunities for entertainment options, it is sometimes hard to focus on one thing at a time, but it can be done. If you would like to enjoy your life, then you need to slow down and enjoy the small pleasures that God blesses us with each and every day in life. 

3 Tips that can help you slow down

1. Instead of trying to do several things in one day that you enjoy, choose two or three hobbies to complete in one day. If you do this, you will enjoy what you choose to do much more then trying to cram everything into one day.

2. Do one thing at a time. This may be difficult to do at first, but try doing it and you will be amazed at how enjoyable daily tasks and past times become. (I'm still working on this one)

3. When you're walking outside, stop and observe what is around you and enjoy the beauty of God's nature. 

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