I don’t like taking out the garbage. So I push it off, trying to squash what’s in the garbage to make more room. One time, I decided to time how long it would take me to take out the garbage. Do you know how long it took me? Under a minute. I still don’t enjoy […]
Manage Your Energy, Not Your Time
I’ve been thinking a lot about what goes into managing time, and I’ve come to a realization. Managing our time with planners and lists is only part of the story. Managing our energy has a huge impact on our productivity. Think about it: If you have lots of time but no energy, it’s difficult to […]
Why Things Take Longer Than We Think
And What to Do About It Have you ever said, “Oh, I’ll just do this thing really quickly,” and then it took you a few more hours than you expected? Whether it’s at work, at home, or out on errands, we’re not very good at accurately estimating how long something will take us. In fact, […]
Why We Don’t Plan Ahead
And How to Do it Anyway Most of us get that planning ahead is helpful. We say things like, “I should probably make a list,” and “I should write that down,” but then we don’t. Why not? Why Don’t We Plan Ahead How to Get Better at Planning Now that we know some of the […]
39 Things Jewish Women Can Track in a Bullet Journal
Bullet Journaling is so perfect for frum women because we have a million things to keep track of, and the bullet journal system is flexible enough to handle all kinds of information. I think we don’t realize what we could put down on paper. Here are some ideas of what to keep track of in […]
Do You Forget to Plan For This?
When it comes to planning big projects, there are some parts that can slip my mind and not make it on to my to-do list. Some of you may be in the same boat as me, so here is a list to help remind you about all the details. 1. Right Before The moments leading […]
How to Minimize Stress During the Yom Tov Season
Balancing family gatherings, personal responsibilities, cooking, cleaning, and trying to work on our spiritual growth all at once can be a daunting task. Let’s explore some practical tips to help you navigate this busy period with ease and grace. Minimize Time Wasters and Energy Sappers In today’s digital age, it’s easy to get lost in […]
Prioritize Like a Pro: How to Choose Where to Start So You Don’t Get Stuck
Did you know? In his book Essentialism, Greg McKeown points out that the word “priority” was once only used in the singular form. It was during the industrial revolution that the word was pluralized. Suddenly, there were “priorities”. It’s no wonder we get overwhelmed. We have multiple things clamoring for the title of “most important,” […]
The Benefits of Doing Things Halfway
Yes, you read that title right! Doing something halfway sounds like a bad thing. Shouldn’t we commit to completing a task? Be productive and efficient? After all, it feels so much more satisfying to finish a task and know that it’s done. That way, it can be crossed off the list and put out of […]
How Simple Routines Combat Overwhelm
Why is it that we get a feeling of relief after getting back onto a typical schedule following vacation? Even though we enjoyed the break, we all appreciate the steadiness and predictability of a routine. When you have a system in place, you don’t have to waste time or mental energy figuring out what you […]