The January contest #1 by sduttaskitchen| Priority!

Please provide your prioritised list along with the rationale behind your selections.

For this year 2026, my prioritised list is:

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• Career/Skill Advancement: For this year, I want to build relevant skills and improve my professional capacity, which is essential for financial independence and self-fulfillment. By prioritising this, I would be able to remain competitive, adaptable, and confident.

• Personal Development (spiritual, mental, and emotional growth): I want to achieve this priority because self-awareness and inner balance influence every other area of life. I believe that when I grow internally, I make better decisions, choices, handle challenges with resilience, and remain focused on my long-term goals.

• Financial Discipline and Stability: Financial security provides peace of mind and freedom. By prioritising budgeting, saving, and smart investments, I can reduce stress and create opportunities for future plans.

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What items would you prefer to remove from your priority list in the upcoming year? Please elaborate on your reasoning.

I would remove the following items from my priority list.

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• Too much commitment to pleasing others: I don't want to be saying yes to everything because it can often lead to burnout and loss of focus. I am determined this year to remove unnecessary obligations that do not align with my goals or values.

• Distraction and time wasting habits: Spending too time on irrelevant things, such as social media, and talking too much, will reduce the time available to create space for growth activities.

• Comparison with others: There is always pressure when one compares himself or herself with others, which I would like to remove.

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Do you believe that a clear articulation of priorities is essential for effectively achieving our goals?

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Yes, I sincerely believe. Clear priorities act as a compass, guiding daily decisions and long-term actions. When priorities are well-defined, it becomes easier to allocate time, manage energy, and say no to distractions. Without clarity, efforts become scattered, leading to frustration and slow progress. Articulating priorities transforms intentions into actionable steps, increasing the likelihood of achieving meaningful goals.

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