Time Management Is Really Life Management
- Erin
- Nov 7
- 2 min read
Blog by Dawn Maloney
There are countless “time management gurus” out there telling us how to plan every minute, color-code our calendars, and master productivity hacks. But the truth is — time management isn’t one-size-fits-all. It’s not really about managing time at all. It’s about managing your life in a way that supports your goals, values, and energy.
For me, time management looks like a collection of non-negotiables that keep my life in order and my mind clear. I limit screen time, exercise daily, keep my home tidy, clean up messes quickly, and avoid clutter. I work on my business seven days a week, drink plenty of water, and maintain other small habits that might seem boring — but they’re what truly move the needle.
The secret? Self-discipline. It’s not glamorous. It’s not exciting. It’s repetitive, often dull, and requires doing the same small things over and over again. But these boring, mundane tasks are the foundation of consistency and progress. They’re your “old reliables.”
Having self-discipline also means you trust yourself. You do what you say you’re going to do. You follow through — even when motivation fades or when things don’t go perfectly. Because perfection isn’t the goal. Execution is.
Some tasks take five minutes. Others might take months. But the most important thing is that you stick to your plan, adjust as needed, and keep going. You’ll get better along the way — that’s a guarantee.
At the end of the day, I manage my life to the best of my ability. Some days I’m laser-focused and productive; other days, I just have to go with the flow — and that’s okay. I try to keep a sense of humor about it all, because life isn’t meant to be perfectly managed. It’s meant to be lived.
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