Mount Pleasant Magazine Nov/Dec 2020

21 www.ReadMPM.com | www.MountPleasantMagazine.com | www.VOICEofMPpodcast.com about them, but telling someone else why you skipped a workout or didn’t finish your book is a big motivator. Finding the time to work toward your goals can be the biggest obstacle of all. Most of us already feel like every waking moment is accounted for, and sleeping less is not a healthy or sustainable option. Thus, thinking outside the box is crucial. Outsourcing may be something you associate with business, but it’s also the key to finding extra time in your daily life. Ask for support from your inner circle, whether that means sending the kids to spend time with their grandparents more often or organizing playdates to trade off time blocks with other parents. Make a list of repetitive tasks you don’t enjoy and could pay someone else to accomplish for you, like cleaning the house or shopping for groceries. Take it a step further and look into bringing on a virtual assistant, who can do anything from managing your inbox to meal-planning. Then commit to being fully present for your goals during your spare time. Most importantly, “throw perfection out the window, because less than perfect isn’t failure,” emphasized Smith. On your journey to a better you, remember to give yourself grace, be ready to pivot as changes come your way and know that you are ready to take on 2021, no matter what lies ahead. health and wellness Visit our website for live music line ups, weekly specials and our full catering service. 202 Coleman Blvd. | 843.388.3625 www.TheShelterKitchenAndBar.com LIVE MUSIC 7 DAYS A WEEK HAPPY HOUR BUY ONE-GET ONE HALF OFF OF ALL SMALL PLATES AND PUB FAVORITES + DRINK SPECIALS