Reflect, Reprioritize + Recharge

Written By Rachel Gryniewicz, MA, MATL
 
 

More often than not we find ourselves going at 60 mph without a clear vision of where we were originally headed. The days begin to blur together and before we know it our goals and new routines have fallen to the wayside. We’ve lost sight of taking care of ourselves and continuing to improve our physical and mental wellbeing. It is crucial to assess how we are spending our time and how we are taking care of ourselves. 

Here are 3 steps to do that:

1. REFLECT

Do you feel like you have enough time for rest? Do you have enough time to explore your hobbies and interests? Do you feel like you’re managing stress and overwhelm to prevent the dreaded burnout? Taking stock of your year to eliminate additional stressors and unnecessary tasks will help you better prepare for your future and be the best version of yourself. 

2. REPRIORITIZE

When reviewing your year so far, take a mental tally of tasks or responsibilities you took upon yourself that you in hindsight, could have delegated. Many individuals struggle with delegation, feeling that they can indeed multitask and get everything done. In reality, individuals who complete several tasks concurrently complete no single task well. Quickly transitioning from one task to another, without rest, will inevitably lead to burnout and you being less effective both at home and at work or school. Next time it is time to take care of an item on your to-do list, ask yourself if it’s really necessary for you to do this or if you can pass it along, leaving space for you to rest and reassess. 

3. RECHARGE

When we eliminate tasks from our to-do list, it is crucial we carve out time for self-care and build habits and routines. Routines are crucial for self-care! Automating parts of your day to reduce decision making will allow you more time for the tasks that really require your full attention and more time for rest and breaks. It has been proven time and time again that taking breaks improves our overall efficacy and productivity. Treat your time for self-care and breaks like standing appointments - they are in your calendar and non-negotiable. This is the time that you can shift into park, let your brain and body recharge, so you can be fully present during the rest of the day. 


Taking time to reflect, reprioritize, and recharge will enable you to not only be more efficient but better rested and able to tackle the unexpected! 

Rachel Gryniewicz, MA, MATL

Rachel brings over a decade of experience in instructional coaching, curriculum development, and the design and implementation of student focused workshops and programs. She specializes in working with students in the areas of organization, time management, study strategies, and other crucial executive function skills. Her interests in developing leadership and advocacy skills in adolescents enrich her coaching sessions empowering her clients to be more assertive and confident. As a former high school teacher and college lecturer, Rachel understands the skills required to be successful at both levels and helps students prepare for their transition to college, including teaching and reinforcing strategies around planning ahead and breaking down large tasks. Rachel has also curated several professional development opportunities for educators centered on Executive Function skills such as resiliency and flexible thinking. 

A member of the Life Solved team since 2017, Rachel has recently entered a full-time position coordinating the client onboarding experience and ensuring a successful coaching engagement for coach and client. She continues to work with students of different ages and backgrounds as well as adult clients. Her positive energy and passion for helping others find success is evident in the work she does with her clients.

Rachel has a Masters in Teacher Leadership from Mount Holyoke College as well as a  Masters in Classics from the University of Maryland, College Park.  She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Classics and Art History from Mount Holyoke College.

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