The Domestic Assistants

This is a how-to post, my interpretation on the struggle we all face to understand where the fear of change comes from...Call it a PSA. (10 points if you know what that means, without Google's help.) 

I see it all the time with clients and friends. They're just about to get going on a project they've been dreaming about for days, weeks, or even years and suddenly, POP! Something else comes up. A "distraction", although valid in reason and form, is the #1 project killer. After watching these "distractions" get the best of my clients for the last 3 years, it's up to me to set the story straight and put some information out there to settle the dust. 

1. Turn your volume DOWN! That's right, I said it. Get quiet. Surround your project with silence. Turn your phone off, (if it's an important phone call, I'm sure there's at least 2 more ways to reach you...) If the phone is quiet, the temptation is gone. You're on the right path. 

2. Hydrate. That's right H2O, agua fria, a bottle of water will do. Put it right next to you, easily accessible. Water, although sometimes considered a pee-encouragement, can be your saving grace if the project gets a little "HOT". This bottle of water is tasty and delicious when your brow needs a break. 

3. Music. Sounds that you enjoy, for me it's my Pandora playlist. Something soothing, and exciting at the same time. You know if a song comes on that you like, you're a dancing FOOL! (I am!!) Anyhow, music will make the monotony that we've created with the silence that much more enjoyable, and less aggrevating. Not too loud, just loud enough to spark that fire. 

There you have it, a solid base to form an idea on. We've got all the bases covered. When putting all three "how-to" tips into action, please remember to base the decisions of each idea around your specified project. If you're out in the garage playing with a saw, maybe have your phone on vibrate, crank that music up to 11, and wear a beer-helmet with your water of choice installed. If you're newborn baby is sleeping, turn the volume to one, use a straw with your glass of water, and put your phone on silent. Food for thought. Whatever you do, get past that fear of the unknown. Don't let something small stand in your way. (refer to the last post, and clear your mental desk.) So many clients we've assisted have said that they've wanted to do (insert task here) for so many eon's, but life got in the way. We understand that, and we're here to help, in guidance and support. Embrace your change. - Daniel and Jennifer, The Domestic Assistants.