Do you want to be more relaxed, cool, calm, and collected?

Would you like to feel in control of your schedule or calendar?

In this post, I offer four ways time management can help reduce the amount of stress in your life.

You can be more relaxed…all it takes is a little bit of careful, and thoughtful planning.

You don’t have to worry about completing a project in a timely manner.

When you create a timeline or work plan for your projects and assignments, you minimize, if not completely eliminate, the dramatic ups and downs that come with an all-nighter.

Your work becomes a pleasant stroll, instead of a mad dash to the finish line.

Wouldn’t it feel great to do your work at a steady pace, each and every day, instead of feeling exhausted after a draining, all-night even?

Get to work on new projects as soon as you receive them, and take some time to plan out any relevant tasks and to-dos so you’re not doing everything at the last minute.

You won’t be surprised or caught off-guard by items in your schedule.

Double-booked and overbooked schedules can cause lots of headaches. Why go through all the pain and angst of having to correct accidental bookings?

When you review your calendar on a regular basis, you can catch these, and other scheduling issues well in advance. You’ll have enough time to reschedule appointments, rebook meetings, adjust project timelines, and feel calm and collected.

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You won’t stress out about how you should spend your time.

When you’ve constructed a detailed schedule for yourself, all you have to do is follow it. There’s literally no guessing as to what you should be doing at any point in time.

It’s kind of like planning a long drive in your car. Instead of getting into your car and just sitting there, wondering which route you should take, you should plan your course ahead of time. This way, you can focus on driving there.

The same goes for your schedule. Think about what tasks and projects are urgent and important in your life right here and now, and schedule the time to work on them in your calendar. You’ll know exactly what to expect and you can focus on getting your work done.

You don’t have to worry about getting enough rest.

When you manage your time properly, not only can you complete your work, take care of personal errands, and socialize with loved ones, but you can properly take care of yourself. You can get a full night’s rest every night, or take a power nap when you need it.

The key to managing your personal time is to include this time into your schedule. Don’t shortchange yourself; you need to go to sleep at a reasonable time so you’ll be well-rested, and will have the energy to get through the next day.

Try creating an evening routine to help you wind down comfortably at the end of every day.

How about you? Do you feel a little less stressed when you manage your time? In what ways? Join the conversation and leave a comment below!