Simplifying Life

Thinking back to my algebra class one of the skills we had to learn is to learn to simplify math questions if it could be simplified. At the time I didn't realize the point, an equation simplified or not is still the same equation. It was much later when I have taken much higher level math classes that I finally understood the power of simplifying. The true purpose of such a skill is to make hard problems into easier more doable problems. Simplifying turns the equation into something complex and impossible into something easily understandable. I'm sure any of you have realized this, most likely sooner than I have, but only some you may realize that the same concept can be applied to your life; that we can turn a seemingly intricate and complicated life into something simple and easy.

Simplify not take the simple and easy way out

Of course, when I say simple and easy I don't make staying in bed all day playing video games and what not. What I mean is merely taking all the difficult things in your life and making it easier. This involves a good amount of dedication to do.

How to simplify your life:

1. Focus on as few things as possible: I'm a firm believer of doing one thing at the time as long as your doing that one thing right. When I'm cooking for example, I make sure not do anything while I'm waiting, if I multitask I risk overcooking my food. In the end, well cooked food is my priority.
2. Learn to ignore: When I'm studying I make sure I turn my phone off because I know if it vibrates I can never resist looking at it breaking my concentration. This also applies to ignoring new projects you might be interested in. If your trying to get good grades, it makes no sense to also pick up a karate class, working on your poetry, or practicing juggling. No matter how much you find that interesting you must have the heart to ignore such things and focus on your goal.
3. Learn to say No: Peer pressure is a strong force for many of us, and sometimes what your peers want to do will not get you your goal. You must gain the courage to tell them no
4. Make it a mission to finish what you started: Don't get me wrong, there are right moments when you have to throw down the towel and give up, but for most time make sure you commit. Lets face it, this world rewards those people who finish not those people who started the most projects and leaving them unfinished.

Like math life can seem like a daunting project that is impossible to succeed in. But if you learn to simplify it and study it you will soon find the answer.