Speaking with Fast Company, blogger Ximena Vengoechea suggests performing a “life audit.”

From there, she organized them into short and long term goals, then budgeted her time accordingly.

To get those goals down, Vengoechea has a few tips:

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A photo of the “Thinking Man” statue

Give yourself space (physical and mental): Choose a quiet space without distractions.

see to it it’s a room with ample wall space, and don’t take any calls.

Set aside some Me time, and honor it fully.

Be honest with yourself: No one is watching or judging.

Bring a water bottle: Thinking about the future makes you thirsty.