As somatic coach Thomas Rosenberg points out, the congruence between a leader’s actions and words reflects their level of authenticity and trustworthiness. Rosenberg explains that somatics holds that we are what we practice (how we sit, stand, walk, breathe, carry tension, the language we use with ourselves and others) and the way we hold our bodies in everyday activities.
What is the difference between moving quickly and rushing? As legendary basketball coach John Wooden used to tell his players, “Be fast but don’t hurry.” Quickness implies liveliness and focus, while rushing implies being scattered and out of control. We have all experienced both action modes. Which feels better? Which is more productive? The secret …
We all sense intuitively that rushing is counterproductive, but we feel we have so much to do that we have no choice but to rush. Yet think about a time when you rushed to complete a task: Did you really save any time? Did you have to spend more time repairing mistakes caused by rushing? Fundamentally, is rushing sustainable?
It’s easy to talk about staying focused and not rushing, but in the tumult of everyday life, it can be hard to do. Fortunately, you can adopt a few habits that will build your capacity to regain control of your time and ultimately be more productive. Here are a few ideas to prime you for success.
