One way to help alleviate the stress and make your week more manageable is by creating a routine. Start by assigning various tasks to particular days, and
and stressfree if you're working consider doing some prep work in advance like buying groceries vegetables and fruits over the weekend ensure that all grocery containers oil dispensers and spice boxes are filled and easily accessible when everything is in its place and visible it simplifies the decision decision making and preparation [Music] process prepping ingredients ahead of time can greatly speed up cooking for example I keep roasted vili semolina and peanuts on hand [Music] I also [...] task as a working busy individual it is essential to cow out time for self-care even amidst your busy schedule set aside a few minutes each day for activities that relax and recharge you like meditation a quick workout or simply enjoying a cup of coffee peas don't neglect your health and have nutritious meals follow a simple skin and hair care routine prioritize sleep by creating a calming bedtime routine make time to meet a friend for coffee or a walk as special connections can boost your mood [...] need them on the weekend when you have some free time go through the baskets and put everything back in its proper place this will help keep your home clean and clutter free next important chore is cooking cooking is one of the most timec consuming daily chores but with proper planning it can become much easier by organizing your kitchen routine and planning ahead for the upcoming week you can significantly streamline your cooking activities making the process more enjoyable and stressfree if
Tip #6: If you start to feel overwhelmed by your chores and or your endless list of things to do, then take a break. The chores will be there when you are ready. They aren’t going anywhere, but you can! Take your child on a walk outside – fresh air and exercise do wonders for us! Do some deep breathing exercises. Take a shower. Watch a show on TV that will get your mind off your list. When you are ready, you can go back and finish. [...] Tip #1: Make a list of chores that need to be done daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly. There are plenty of examples on Pinterest or you can make one from scratch. Breaking down each chore into sections and not be looking at them as a whole will feel less overwhelming. You can also go to www.ourthriftideas.com for a printable “Mommy Chore Chart” they created where for just 10 minutes a day you will have a clean home! [...] Tip #3: Prioritize your daily list and take one item at a time. If, for some reason, you don’t get everything done, forgive yourself and add to tomorrow’s list. Your tomorrow list could keep growing and growing, but once you get the hang of an organized daily routine you are comfortable with, then this will not happen as often. Accept that there will be some days that not everything will get done.
For ideas, I turned to the Joyspotters Society, our private community of more than 6000 joyspotters, and I was overwhelmed by the response: more than a hundred tips and tricks were shared by this generous, thoughtful group. I’ve gathered them into themes to make it easier for you to find the strategies that will work for you, and added some of my own tips, as well as ones that I’ve come across in my research. All in all, I hope what you find here helps make chores more fun and less stressful. [...] and less stressful. If creating more joy at home is on your to-do list, make sure you sign up for my free live workshop Design a Joyful Home. Sign up here. [...] Doing this can turn cleaning into a form of aromatherapy. Choosing lavender is ideal because it’s been shown in research to reduce anxiety, while citrus scents might actually help you keep a space cleaner longer. That’s because a study has shown that people are less likely to litter or make a mess in spaces where a citrus scent is present. It’s possible that we associate citrus with cleanliness, and this influences our behavior on an unconscious level. ### 8. Make a timelapse
Sign up Sign in Sign up Sign in Unknown user # 7 Tips To Get Household Chores Under Control Michelle Hon -- 1 Listen Share The pile of clothes. The unwashed dishes. The house is a mess. You still need to prepare dinner. You’ve got so much chores to do. But your life is packed full. You have to send kids to school. You have to meet your best friend whom you haven’t seen in months. You don’t have enough time. [...] Besides, research shows that household chores are a proven predictor of success later in life. Now who else can you enlist to help? Anyone that lives under one roof with you! Your husband, your parents and your parents-in-law. It is not your duty to serve them and it’s everyone’s responsibility to keep the place neat and tidy. ## Tip #4: Use your weird time to sneak in planning and miscellaneous tasks [...] In my household, we have a week’s plan of what to do each day. A clear process not only saves you time, but it also prevents you from forgetting crucial steps. It means you can more easily hand over the tasks to helper in the future. There won’t any laundry overload either, because you know, we have massive clothes drying space in Singapore (not!).
Break large tasks into smaller, manageable chunks. Rotate tasks throughout the week to prevent overwhelm. Use bins, organizers, and timers to
1. Identify all the household chores that are important to you. Think of the bare minimum that you need to feel good in your living space. Is it a dining table clear of clutter? No clothes on the floor? Take the time to write out a list of realistic to-dos that matter to you, even if they are challenging to complete. [...] 3. Set times for completing chores (and tasks) in a way that fits with your lifestyle. Is it best to schedule a block of time to work through all the chores on your list? Or would it be better to do one or two small chores daily? Would you be more productive first thing in the morning or at end of your day? Can you do the first two steps of a chore today, and the rest tomorrow? The key here is to be honest with yourself about reasonable ways to incorporate household chores into your daily life. [...] Keep sticky notes on hand to write down other things and to-dos that cross your mind so those thoughts don’t interrupt your chore time. Stick the note anywhere where you’re guaranteed not to miss it. (Like on your bathroom mirror.) If sticky notes aren’t your thing, consider adding it to your calendar or a to-do list app. You can even set the to-do as an alarm on your phone (to ring in a few hours).
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