Podcast Summary
Discovering the importance of being selfish with priorities: Learn to say no to social obligations that don't bring joy or fulfillment to focus on high-priority tasks and be more productive and focused on things that truly matter
The lockdown experience has taught us the value of being more intentional with our time and priorities. Matt shared how he discovered the importance of being more selfish with his priorities, meaning he learned to say no to social obligations that didn't bring him joy or fulfillment. This newfound freedom allowed him to focus on high-priority tasks, such as creative projects and reading, which he may not have had time for otherwise. By eliminating the pressure to fill up every moment with social engagements, Matt was able to be more productive and focused on the things that truly mattered to him. This lesson can be applied to our post-lockdown lives as well, encouraging us to prioritize our time and energy on the things that bring us the most value and joy.
Lessons learned during lockdown: Use extra time for personal growth, acknowledge and act on realizations, and delegate tasks to focus on growth areas.
Lockdown has taught us the importance of being more selfish with our time and focusing on personal growth. The speaker shares how they've used the extra time to learn new skills and take on new hobbies, and encourages listeners to continue this mindset moving forward. Another realization shared is the value of not letting hard-earned realizations go to waste. Winston Churchill's quote, "men occasionally stumble over the truth, but most pick themselves up and carry on as if nothing happened," highlights the importance of acknowledging and acting on these realizations. Additionally, the speaker emphasizes the importance of delegating tasks to free up time for focusing on areas of growth. Overall, the lessons learned during lockdown should not be forgotten as we transition back to normal life.
Finding balance between delegating tasks and personal enjoyment: Over-delegating can disconnect us from important aspects of life, but doing things just for fun is essential. Reflect on your own life and prioritize activities that bring joy and fulfillment.
It's important to find a balance between delegating tasks and retaining personal connections and enjoyment in life. Over-delegating can lead to a disconnect from important aspects of life, such as cooking or hobbies. The speaker discovered this during the lockdown when they reconnected with cooking and video games, which they had neglected for years. They realized that not everything needs to serve a purpose or contribute to a goal, and sometimes doing things just for fun is essential. The speaker also acknowledged that they had been doing many things out of FOMO and a sense of keeping up with others, rather than for their own enjoyment or fulfillment. They plan to make a conscious effort to distinguish between activities that genuinely add value to their life and those that they are only doing because others are doing them. The speaker encourages everyone to reflect on their own lives and prioritize activities that bring them joy and fulfillment.
Consistency leads to progress: Writing 500 words daily led to completing a long-postponed project, demonstrating the power of consistent effort.
Consistency is key to achieving goals, rather than relying on rare "miracle days." During quarantine, the speaker completed a long-postponed writing project by writing 500 words a day, demonstrating that consistent effort can lead to significant progress. However, the speaker also recognized the importance of being kind and compassionate towards oneself, as she still struggles with self-criticism despite coaching others in this area. These realizations are valuable, but easily forgotten, so it's crucial to hold onto them and continue learning. For those looking to further their personal growth, the speaker offers an at-home retreat experience to help evaluate values and set new goals.
Explore personal growth opportunities with MH Retreat at Home: Amidst the challenges of the year, embrace opportunities for growth and transformation through resources like MH Retreat at Home. Share your lockdown lessons by emailing podcast@matthewhoussey.com.
This year presents a great opportunity for personal growth, and the MH Retreat at Home program offers an immersive and effective way to embark on this journey. The speaker encourages those interested in transforming their core confidence and rewriting the script for their lives to check out the program using the link mhretreatathome.com. Additionally, the speaker invites listeners to share their lessons learned during lockdown by emailing podcast@matthewhoussey.com. The speaker closes by expressing his excitement for the warm weather in England and encourages everyone to make the most of the sunny day. Overall, the key takeaway is that despite the challenges of the year, there are opportunities for growth and transformation, and taking advantage of resources like the MH Retreat at Home program can help facilitate this process.
