The Jar of Life
Do you often find that you do not have enough time in your life to do all the things you would like to do?
Consider the following…
Image that this jar represents the amount of time you have each week to do all the things you need to get done during the week.

Let’s fill the jar with those things.
The rocks represent the most important things that must get done each week (e.g., spending time with family, studying, favourite hobby).

The jar seems full – or is it?
The gravel represents some other important things that you wish to get done each week.

Is the jar full?
The sand represents less important things that you would like to get done each week.

Is the jar full now?
The water represents the energy to get things done. Without this intrinsic element, it is difficult to get things done. What energises, motivates or inspires you?

Now you can say that the jar is full.
As you can see, by prioritising the most important things in your life, you may still have room for the little things you would still like to do.