Several times they scared up a covey of quail and once even a wild pig.
This is what Covey refers to when he says to "put first things first."
We were in a wood, and the dog had gone out and found a covey in a wheat stubble joining the wood.
If you feel that you are not managing your time effectively, learning how to prioritize your tasks using a time management Stephen Covey Time Management Matrix can help you to become more productive as you learn to use your time wisely.
The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey is another classic that helps with mental hurdles.