Distracting Thoughts

As someone who has wasted time, too much time, thinking of something different from my reality, I've got a few thoughts to share. The fact of the matter is that those who use their time well, the vast majority of it that is, do not exert energy on what isn't reality. When life is hard, some personalities are more prone to want to escape by thinking of a new direction to take their life. They are the dreamers by nature.... folks who think of new ventures often. This can be a valuable trait in the right setting. Where it is a problem is when time is squandered away on these dreams, or different venues to go. 

When we're excelling at life, doing all we clearly have to do very well (which is our best), then we can be free to fritter away mental time and mental energy. Usually the energy lost in thinking of "anything other than what we should be focused on" is just lost. Wasted. 

Time management, prioritization, a solid work ethic, and being good stewards of our thoughts, time,  and talents go hand in hand. 

Do you work heartily as unto the Lord... that is a big instruction for Christians. 

Losing time on the internet, sleeping too much, researching things that turn into wasted time, day dreaming, or pursuing vain interests will make valuable time disappear. Are you pressed for time? Try taking every thought captive to the obedience of Christ. Be thankful for the job at hand, and do your best with it. Keep your thoughts on the here and now.