All I Want for a Productive Christmas is... 🎅🎄🤶

Published: Fri, 12/30/22

“Focus on Being Productive, Instead of Busy."

Tim Ferris

Christmas is my favourite time of the year. I’ve had some of the most memorable life experiences at this time, and even at my age, it still holds a magical place in my heart. One tradition I have over the holidays is reflecting on the year at hand and the year to come. It’s nothing formal; I’m not sitting down with pen and paper just yet - I reserve that for early January; I’m just calmly appreciating this year and getting excited about the coming one.

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I don’t know if you shared this with me, but I feel less conflicted over this period. I don’t know if it’s that collective good vibe that Christmas engenders, but it almost feels contagious.

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I feel the need to take extra care of myself and my surroundings. It’s a bit of a tradition that I have taken as my own from Jamaica. I know it should be something that is not reliant on any particular day of the year, but it works for me, and I’m not going to question its efficacy. I’m sure this effect doesn’t apply to Christmas only, and I think you - my diverse family who celebrate other religious or commercial festivals have felt the same as I have. So how can celebrating Christmas help you to be more productive.

Here are my ideas:

Setting goals: The holiday season can be a great time to reflect on the year and set goals for the next one. You can focus your efforts and work more efficiently by setting clear goals.
Planning and prioritising: The holiday season can be busy, with social events, gift shopping, and other activities vying for your time and attention. But there are some wonderful moments over the holiday season - with a drink in hand, where you can plan ahead and prioritise your tasks to come.
Taking breaks: It’s essential to take breaks and rest when you’re working hard, and the holiday season can provide a natural opportunity to do so. Taking breaks can help you recharge and return to work with renewed energy and focus.
Staying organised: A cluttered workspace can make it hard to focus and be productive. Over the holiday season, I naturally want my home and desk to be spotless. It clears my thinking and definitely makes me more efficient.
Seeking support: If you’re feeling stressed or overwhelmed, this is an ideal time to have friends and family around. I always bake and cook over the period. It’s good for my state of mind, and my friends and family love it. A supportive network can help you stay motivated and productive, even during the busiest times of the year.

The key to being more productive during the holiday season is finding a balance between celebrating and taking care of your aspirations. By setting goals, planning and prioritising, taking breaks, staying organised, and sharing time with the people you love, your prospects for the upcoming months look great.

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