Put First Things First

• Do your chores before being asked, could be a way to practice Put First Things First?

• Do the hardest part of your homework first, could be a way to practice Put First Things First?

• Think of something you’ve been putting off for a long time, like cleaning up your room or pumping up the flat tire on your bike, could be a way to practice Put First Things First?

• I set priorities, make a schedule, and follow my plan.

Putting First Things First means:

• Spending time on things that are most important.

• Saying “No” to things I know I shouldn’t do.

• Setting priorities, making a schedule, and following a plan.

• Being disciplined and organized

Put First Things First, is a habit about priorities

“Big Rocks” are the most important things for you to do, such as spending time with your family or getting an education. “Little Rocks” are the less important things for you to do, such as watching T.V., or aimlessly searching the Internet.

I stay focused on what I'm doing. I try to minimize distractions and regroup if I get off task.