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181 " At its most basic form, assertiveness is candid communication. Nothing more. "
― Damon Zahariades , The Art Of Saying NO: How To Stand Your Ground, Reclaim Your Time And Energy, And Refuse To Be Taken For Granted (Without Feeling Guilty!)
182 " keep in mind, you’re not responsible for solving other people’s problems. You’re responsible for yourself and those who depend on you (e.g. your immediate family). That doesn’t mean you shouldn’t help people. Rather, the best way to help people over the long run is to ensure your needs are met first. "
183 " Ignore Your Phone In my opinion, our phones represent one of the biggest threats to families’ quality time. We’ve become accustomed to carrying them with us at all times. They’re our primary means of connecting with the world around us, and we constantly put them to use. The downside is that our phones dominate our attention. We instinctively reach for them whenever we receive a text, email, or call. We do it while having dinner with our families. "
― Damon Zahariades , 80/20 Your Life! How To Get More Done With Less Effort And Change Your Life In The Process!
184 " Numerous studies have shown that high stress levels negatively affect a person’s focus and effectiveness. Meanwhile, the more stress you experience, the more likely you are to eat unhealthy food. "
― Damon Zahariades , The 30-Day Productivity Boost (Vol. 1): 30 Bad Habits That Are Sabotaging Your Time Management (And How To Fix Them!)
185 " make sure that self-care has a higher priority than giving care. "
186 " inconsequential. They’re small things that matter little. Treat them as such. For example, rather than becoming annoyed at the sight of unwashed dishes in the sink, spend 60 seconds washing them. Forgive and move on. Third, remind yourself that “this too shall pass.” This practice may seem silly, but consider this: we usually become annoyed in the heat of the moment. Something happens that we dislike, and we immediately get upset. This is an emotional response, not one born of rational thought. When you tell yourself “this too shall pass,” you recognize "
187 " Focus when your circumstances require you to do so. That’s what this book will train you to do. But when you’re taking a shower, exercising at the gym, or taking a walk, allow your brain the freedom to wander. You may be surprised by where it leads you. "
― Damon Zahariades , Fast Focus: A Quick-Start Guide To Mastering Your Attention, Ignoring Distractions, And Getting More Done In Less Time!
188 " If you give yourself two hours to complete a task, you’ll probably take two hours to complete it. Shorten the time available to 90 minutes, and you’ll complete the task in that condensed timeframe. "
― Damon Zahariades , The Procrastination Cure: 21 Proven Tactics For Conquering Your Inner Procrastinator, Mastering Your Time, And Boosting Your Productivity!
189 " But allowing your needs to remain unaddressed while you continuously cater to others is the path toward resentment and bitterness "
190 " When you start chastising yourself for past mistakes, or seeing disaster around every corner, stop and take a breath and ask yourself what you can do right now to succeed. "
191 " Perfectionism destroys relationships, "
192 " Parkinson’s Law states that “work expands so as to fill the time available for its completion.” If you give yourself 2 hours to finish a task, you’ll take 2 hours to finish it. Give yourself 45 minutes and set a timer, and you’ll likely finish it in that amount of time. "
193 " A 'no' uttered from the deepest conviction is better than a 'yes' merely uttered to please, or worse, to avoid trouble. - Mahatma Gandhi "
194 " Change How You Perceive Failure "
― Damon Zahariades , The Mental Toughness Handbook: A Step-By-Step Guide to Facing Life's Challenges, Managing Negative Emotions, and Overcoming Adversity with Courage and Poise
195 " I am not a product of my circumstances. I am a product of my decisions. — Stephen R. Covey "
― Damon Zahariades , How to Make Better Decisions: 14 Smart Tactics for Curbing Your Biases, Managing Your Emotions, And Making Fearless Decisions in Every Area of Your Life!
196 " Trait #1: Ability to Disentangle Themselves from Things They Can’t Influence "
197 " Saying no to people is one of the most important skills you can develop "
198 " If you’re like me, you hate disappointing people. You cringe when you see a look of sadness following your words or actions. "
199 " wake up at the same time each morning. Eat the same food for breakfast. Stick to the same workout regimen each day. And rather than choosing when to do your laundry during the week, commit to doing it each Saturday morning. "
200 " Self-care isn’t selfish. It’s necessary. The problem is, if you’re constantly saying yes to other people, putting their priorities ahead of your own, you won’t have the time or energy to care for yourself. "