Sorry for the big gap in my blog posts. I had some technical difficulties. I’m back online now. Thanks for your patience.

It seems overwhelm is either in the air or the water.

Most people want some help with finding the strength to be able to overcome overwhelm as if it were a monster that needed to be subdued. In every case I’ve come across there is feeling of inadequacy for not being strong and capable enough to crunch through and get it all nailed.

Contrary to what may seem intuitively the way to go - I suggest a rational, assessing, deep look at everything.

1. Put the lot on post it notes and stick them on a window.

2. Then re-arrange them according to which are parts of each other.

3. Follow that with an assessment of which project will give you the most bang for the least effort. (Call it number 1).

4. Look for number 2 & 3.

5. Arrange them on the window to reflect this ordering system.

6. Select times in your diary when you can get a good clean go at these projects - but only the first 3.

7. Nail them with some concentrated effort and get them off the list because they are finished.

Be very careful about letting anything get onto the list while all of the above is taking place.

Speaking with my good friend Paul Blackburn last week, we were discussing a man’s need to “Do stuff”, to have the time while they are busy with their hands to process their feelings. Unlike us Women, it’s often not necessary to “talk out” their feelings to gain clarity, but rather, much can be resolved in being productive.

My husband discovered an incredible Community group today who has put together a “Men’s Shed”. As a member contributing just $20 per year, a Man now has somewhere to hangout, be with other men and make/build/design stuff. I think it’s the best idea for a community group I’ve ever heard, and the good that will come from this group may never be able to be measured.

Till now, the only place a man could go to hang out with other Men was the Pub, and although I don’t have a problem with the occasional beer, as an only option for a Man to get away on a regular basis, it can cause more harm than good…

From a travelling family & a woman who knows her husband needs a shed to play in, THANKYOU to the creators of the Yass Men’s Shed.

In tribute following today’s tragic news…

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nDxsM5jLNxM&feature=channel

Remember the Time?

RIP Michael

If you get into your accountant early next week, you’ll still have an opportunity to save on tax for the 2009 financial year.

Here are some very basic Tax Strategies that might get you thinking;

1) Retirement Contributions
2) Charitable Giving
3) Energy Efficient Home Purchases
4) Education Expenses
5) Hybrid Vehicle Purchase

If you have company bills to pay for the 2009, it might be tax efficient to clear those debts by June 30. Check with your accountant.

Happy End of Financial Year 2009!