In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to find ourselves overwhelmed with tasks, meetings, and a never-ending to-do list. Such an overload can lead to unhappiness, stifling creativity, and significantly narrowing our perspective. The antidote? Time space.
Time space is one of the most critical components in our lives. A few years back, I read a transformative book called "Scarcity." Its central thesis resonated deeply with me: When individuals are resource-starved, they shift into survival mode, and creativity dwindles to nearly non-existent levels. This mindset is especially harmful in entrepreneurial or solopreneur spheres where innovation isn't just a beneficial trait, it's the lifeblood of progress.
Reflecting on my personal experience, I've come to understand that:
- A time space of 20% is a starting point, but it carries risks.
- A 40% time space is achievable and beneficial, provided you manage daily tasks effectively.
- A 60% time space is the ideal, although it demands high-quality daily workflow, making it challenging to reach.
The critical task is to monitor and maintain a healthy time space ratio.
Now, you might wonder how to measure this somewhat abstract concept. While tracking time spent can seem daunting, it doesn't have to be. Trust your instincts, your feelings are a reliable barometer of your daily time space.
If you find that your day is consumed by to-dos, leaving little room for strategic or creative thought, your time space is probably around 20%. If you're managing your tasks comfortably, but long-term planning seems elusive, and unexpected issues cause stress, you're likely hovering around 40% time space. However, if you're able to delve deep into your work, reevaluate the necessity of your to-do list, envision your big plan's future, and calmly handle unplanned tasks, then you've hit the sweet spot of 60% or more time space.
Remember to take it easy. However, make sure to stay mindful of your time space every day.
Altering your time space ratio can be challenging and requires concerted effort. Personally, I've been transitioning from a 40% to a 60% time space ratio over the years. Although I'm yet to reach the ideal ratio, I consider my current state a significant achievement. Good mental health forms the bedrock of long-term productivity, and time space is a crucial element of maintaining that mental health.
So, remember to take care of your time space ratio. It's more important than you think!
