Michael shares a personal experience that made him reflect on the value of time and the way we often take it for granted. This incident prompted him to contemplate the brevity of life and the importance of making the most of our time. Michael discusses how many people live for the weekends, not truly enjoying the weekdays because they are not doing what they love. The episode encourages listeners to prioritise their passions and make the most of their time by pursuing meaningful goals and becoming the best version of themselves.
KEY TAKEAWAYS


Time is a precious and limited resource: it's important to recognise the finite nature of time and not take it for granted. 


Pursue what you love: Prioritise doing things you are passionate about and find fulfilment in your work. Finding a job or pursuing activities that bring joy and satisfaction can make a significant difference in your life.


Make the most of every moment: Live in the present and make the most of each day, be fully engaged in your activities and don't let time slip away without purpose or intention.


Have a sense of urgency: Develop a sense of urgency in pursuing your goals and dreams. Stop procrastinating and take action as time waits for no one.


Prioritise and eliminate distractions: Identifying and prioritising tasks and goals is crucial for making progress. You can even create a "not-to-do" list and eliminate activities or habits that do not contribute to personal growth or fulfilment.


BEST MOMENTS
"Had I just recklessly risked my life? If so, what madness had possessed me?" 
"It was without doubt a surreal moment. I was there, but another part of me wasn't, as if I was watching myself from a slight distance." 
"Although quite why we fail to think about this and live our lives to the full, giving it all we've got, fully cognizant of the reality that our lives could come to an end at any time is a bit of a mystery." 
"Every hour that passes is an hour that can never be retrieved. Once it is gone, it's gone forever. No amount of money can buy you back the time that has elapsed." 
"When you're doing something you love, time flies, because you're so captivated by it that you lose your sense of time whilst engaged in it." 
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Michael Watson is a qualified social worker and author with over thirty years of experience working with children and families. As an expert in family court, Michael is in a key position to assist, advise, and coach parents through their private law family proceedings and provide them with the information and skills to represent themselves successfully in court. His two books, ‘How to Represent Yourself in Family Court’, and ‘FAMILY COURT: Giving Evidence In Family Court’, provide parents with a clearer understanding of family court proceedings, legislation, and parenting skills.