I’ve spent quite a fair bit of time reflecting on my recent observation about how much or little work I’ve produced which seems to be far less than what I’ve written.
It’s certainly true that I am extremely busy and I’d really love things to be simpler than they are but as my fav crooner used to sing, “That’s Life”
However just looking at the volume of sketches, drawings, paintings, colour swatches/matches etc, I see no justification for my self-criticism. I’ve certainly produced a fair bit even if it doesnt always impress the perfectionist in me.
As importantly it helped me realise I needed a tad more structure in my day to achieve more than I feel I have been doing. I also realised the pressure I’m placing on my self to sketch, draw and paint is counter-productive and I did precisely nothing.
I’ve come to realise that I’m far more likely to achieve my aspirations in short bursts of time, say 20 minutes a few times daily rather than in long concentrated stretches of several hours at a time. While it was all very well while I had to meet course deadlines, this doesnt fit in with the demands of my lifestyle.
Therefore I am really glad to say this strategy seems to be quite effective because I’ve increased my work and breaking away from my other daily tasks has improved the quality of my day. Most significantly, I feel far less pressure because I know that after 15-20 minutes I’m free to get on with everything else which requires my time and attention.


