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Here's an enduring truth: we make time for the things that truly matter to us. Remember that young woman you told, "I'm too busy for a relationship right now." Yeah, you were lying. If you really wanted that relationship, you would have made it happen.
You would have moved heaven and earth to make it work. But you didn't, and you needed an excuse. "I'm too busy for this right now," is always sitting there within arm's reach, and you use it too often, dear Student Leader.
We choose priorities all the time. Too busy to call your mom and dad? Bullshit. If you needed something from them, you would have found the time to call. Too busy to do an officer position well? You found time to hang out at Denny's last night because that was what you wanted to do. If the officer position was as important, you would have prioritized that.
Your grades suck? Well, if your grades were your priority, you'd study more. It's that simple. But, they're not, so you don't study. You watch All My Children every afternoon, and your grades suck.
I'm telling you this because I'm your friend, and I don't want you to lie to yourself any more.
Students who constantly say they are too busy always seem to find time for the really, really fun stuff. Professionals who say they are overworked seem to find the time to do the task that brings them the financial bonus. Yes, hours are limited. But when things don't get done, or don't have attention paid, it's because you consciously or subconsciously made a choice.
If you're someone who is constantly making excuses for not doing something, not showing up for someone, or not following through on commitments, it's time to step up and take responsibility for it. Sometimes you just have to be honest and say, "I have a lot of things to do these days, and doing (this) just isn't my priority right now." Own it, disappoint the other person, and give your full attention to the things that are truly important to you.
You might be a little less popular. Someone will think less of you. But, you'll have more integrity, and that's what really matters. Focus, prioritize, commit, and achieve.
