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Taking Back Your Time

Alex Koupal • August 10, 2023

How can I take control of my time?

With the never-ending demands of jobs, children, household responsibilities, and financial expenses, it's easy to feel like our schedules are running us, rather than the other way around. Reclaiming control over your schedule is a powerful step towards a more balanced and fulfilling life. Here's how to do it:

Assess Your Priorities: Begin by identifying your core values and what truly matters to you. This will help guide your decisions as you rebuild your schedule.

Set Clear Goals: Establish both short-term and long-term goals. With these in mind, you can structure your schedule to align with your aspirations. Write everything down. This way, you can see all of your tasks and create a clear plan for when and how you will complete them.

Learn to Say No: Politely decline commitments that don't align with your priorities. Saying "no" isn't selfish; it's a way of protecting your time and energy for what truly matters.

Time Blocking: Divide your day into blocks of time dedicated to specific tasks or activities. This prevents aimless drifting and ensures you allocate time for what's important. If you need help with time blocking or re-vamping your schedule, book a free call with us! We'd be happy to help you get back in front.

Limit Multitasking: Focus on one task at a time. Multitasking can lead to reduced productivity and extra stress.

Digital Discipline: Technology can be a major time sink. Set boundaries for checking emails and social media. Consider scheduling "tech-free" periods to increase focus.

Delegate and Outsource: Don't hesitate to delegate tasks that others can handle. Whether at work or home, sharing responsibilities lightens your load.

Self-Care Matters: Schedule time for self-care and relaxation. Taking care of yourself improves your overall productivity and mental well-being.

Regular Evaluation: Periodically review your schedule. Are you still on track with your goals? Adjust as needed to stay aligned with your priorities.

Flexibility is Key: While structure is important, be open to flexibility. Life is unpredictable, and allowing room for spontaneity prevents stress when something doesn't go quite as you planned.

Reclaiming your time is an intentional journey that involves making conscious choices, setting boundaries, and embracing new habits. By implementing these strategies, you'll gradually regain control over your days, allowing you to focus on what truly matters and make sure everything gets done. Remember, time is a finite resource – use it wisely.

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Tiktok, Social Media & Teens: How to guide without just saying, "Get off your phone!"

By Alex Koupal • April 9, 2025

Let’s be real: telling teens to “get off your phone!” doesn’t work. Social media is part of their world. For our teens, social media is how they connect, learn, and express themselves. So how can we help them use it wisely without sounding and being the villain? There’s a way to help them navigate social media mindfully, and no, it doesn’t involve a complete ban. 1. Start the Conversation, Not the Battle Instead of becoming the enemy and banning social media out of the blue, talk to your teen about what they’re doing on it. Is it for learning, creativity, or just entertainment? Understanding their “why” helps guide them to use it more purposefully. 2. Set Healthy Boundaries Together Instead of enforcing rules, involve your teen in setting healthy screen-time limits. It gives them ownership and responsibility over their habits. For example, “I’ll spend 30 minutes scrolling up on TikTok after school, and then I’ll switch to doing homework” can be a much better strategy than enforcing a rigid rule that feels like punishment. When your teen has a say in the boundaries, they’re more likely to stick to them. 3. Be a Role Model What adults do, Teens do! If we’re glued to our phones, constantly checking social media, it sends the message that it’s okay to get lost in the digital world. Model healthy habits, like setting phone-free times, taking social media breaks, or just being present during family time. Show them how to use social media in a balanced way by setting phone-free times and modeling healthy habits. 4. Encourage Real-Life Activities Social media is great for staying in touch, but it can never replace real-life experiences. Encourage hobbies, sports, or family time to keep them grounded. This way, they can create a well-rounded life that isn’t centered solely around the screen. Plus, those real-world experiences will give them something to post about on their feed! 5. Be Their Guide, Not Their Warden At the end of the day, we can’t control everything teens do online. But we can provide guidance, support, and resources to help them use social media in a positive and mindful way. Keep the lines of communication open and encourage them to have trusted mentors—whether it’s a teacher, coach, older cousin, or life coach—who can provide advice beyond just Mom or Dad. If you’re worried about your teen’s social media habits, let’s talk! Book a free parent support session.