Don't manage time, create it. Here's how:
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Hello friend! 👋
I often hear (and used to think) that time is the most valuable asset.
In reality, you can’t own time. It’s a dimension on its own.
Instead, you own your attention — and that can give you so much more leverage.
Let’s unpack that together.
1. Build awareness
(define the concept)
We all get the same 24 hours every day.
Yet how we experience (and use) this time is unique to each one of us.
You use time by directing your attention to a certain activity (a conversation, a thought, or an activity).
The more scattered your attention, the less effective you are at utilizing your time.
I’m a big fan of the concept of ‘creating time’.
It’s not about squeezing more into your schedule, but about freeing up time through smarter systems—automating tasks, delegating work, and managing your attention.
2. Make these choices:
(decisions/actions to bring it to life)
Automate repetitive tasks:
Look for tasks in your personal or work life that can be automated (Amazon orders, bill payments, or email filters).
Delegate effectively:
Letting others take over can create space for you to focus on higher-impact activities (at home and at work).
Strengthen your attention:
Attention is your most valuable resource. Meditate to train your mind on noticing distractions and refocusing when needed.
Batch similar tasks:
You don’t wash your laundry one sock at a time. Group similar tasks together to reduce the mental load of switching between them.
3. Build them in a system:
(using the science of habit and willpower to make it consistent)
Having a journal is the best way to audit and create time. Take 10 minutes now to reflect on the below:
Reflect on what your ideal week looks like
Map out your current week’s activities (without any changes)
Make the choices above and track progress daily
From my experience, guided journals offer the best approach to building these habits.
For this reason, I am developing a journal that covers all the points I talk about here and packages it in a step-by-step process that is both simple and fun (so it can be consistent).
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Remember, creating time isn’t just about managing your to-do list. It’s about freeing up mental and emotional space by automating, delegating, and focusing your attention on what truly matters.
Thanks for reading!
Have a Super Sunday! ⚡️
With much joy,
Hashim