Number 5...bundle greeting cards...look in your local thrift store. I came across a bundle of 100 blank greeting cards with the envelopes in my local thrift store that i am still using almost two years later. I even shsred some with a dear senior friend who loved to send cards but wasnt as mobile. I paid 2 dollars for the 100 cards. Great video as always...love all the tips! Thank you Jennifer
I pray b4 i sleep. Making a list of what im grateful for to God who is Jehovah as Psalm 83:18. He listens to my prayers as Psalm 65:2. I go to sleep early. And i save my change in a piggy bank.😊😊😊
Today I will get coffee ready for the next day, pick my outfit for the next day, and straighten up my living area where I do stuff and drink coffee before work. I will also complete the few dishes soaking in the sink from cooking tomorrow's meals. Yesterday did a quick 2 minute dust of the living room. Love getting short tasks done - empowering! The longer tougher tasks that pile up are the stressors for me (it's not out of laziness).
Rather than using a sticky note I prefer to use a small pad and scratch the items off as I go. This accomplishes 2 things...allows you to take care of any items you failed to tackle and is a literal log of all the accomplishments you've completed. Surrounding yourself with people who you agree with and share the same morals may leave you unopen to alternate ways of thinking. I wouldn't eliminate everyone, just the toxic people. Better to get involved in your local politics to ensure your values and morals are aligned with your local politicians. It's best not to leave these things up to people with idle time. Most important item of all is to have regular family dinners at the dining table. This is a lost family uniter which reconnects everyone in a major way.
I have implemented #1 a few years ago and it’s a habit now. I did it for many reasons. I sleep better, I don’t wake up at all thinking oh yea I need to do this or that! I also have my day planned a day before so I don’t wake up and wonder what I have to do that day. Just this has given me such peace I suggest it all of the time
Thank you for the video. I do have other tips that I want to share with for you all. 1) I keep a plastic comb in my shower. After shampooing my hair, I only put a little bit of conditionner, then I comb my hair before rinsing. After the shower, I clean my comb, and put the hair collected by comb into the trash can. It helps to prevent blockage of the pipes, and also with the detangling of your hair. If you don't use conditionner at all (I often do that), just comb your hair after shampoo. 2) On my computer, I have a grocery list already written for basics, and a check-up list. Each week, i go through my list and cross what I don't need, instead of making a new list each week from ground zero. It is effective in avoiding forgetting, and faster than a redo. (I also have the favorite meals list ;).
Same here I dislike it when I get messages in the night or early morning Spam calls but if there is a medical emergency it's good to have unfortunately in todays world most of us do not have land line phones. Anna In Ohio
When I am decluttering, I do not let the box or bag of donations sit around the house. It goes directly to the trunk of the car so that I can drop it off when I am out and about. That actually helps me to declutter my space vs avoiding it cuz it make a bigger mess. LOL. I takes 2 minutes to put it out in the trunk. Love these tips! Thank you !
Dear Jennifer Thank u very much. I clean the kitchen as i cook and clean the sink after cooking. This males me happy. I hv become interested in gardening and i water them every day while cooking. I also make my bed and tidy the room be4 i leave for work. I also choose my clothes and arrange my handbag the day before so i dont hv to worry abt wat to dress. I iron once every two weeks.i wash my clothes daily by hand as i dont like to collect because it becomes untidy and also washing a load is not good for my back. I wash my pants ,towel and pillow cases every week and i change my bed sheet every other week.wen i hv a load of work i write it down and since i like making cards i make them in bulk and keep so that i dont hv to stress abt anything. The best thing is i dont like to go to work or appointments late so i plan accordingly as my brain cannot handle the rush. I am collecting names of books so that i can read them wen i go to my daughters place in NZ.tc
Great video. Thank you! I send a family MEMO 📝 each evening for the next day to keep up with kids activities/ work events/ sports events/ events in schools, sometimes chores that someone might need to do and sometimes I name what will be for dinner. We also have a weekly dinner menu but if a meat needs to be used then I’ll choose the dinner and let the family know in advance
So grateful to our wonderful friend Jenny for making it really clear that unfinished actions = ANXIETY and disregukation which impacts our whole lives💕💕💕 it may seem obvious but many of us need these reminders to help us have a good life
Your videos really help me to stay committed. My weekly dose of encouragement 🙂 Thank you!!! Just watched this morning and already got 5 things done bc of the new 2 minute rule ;-) Works like a charm...
I have a stockpile of assorted cards. I look through those first to see if i need to buy some a month before. I know in April that i had some Mother's Day Cards.
I keep a small notepad by my coffee maker to write down everything I need to take to work with me the next day. Whether it's food I've prepped, a return, or an errand after work. I also try to put as much in my car the night before so I don't forget anything.
Having a list of meals is key. I don't plan for specific meals on specific days any more because it's too easy to get sidetracked if you have a day that's unexpectedly busy, so you end up getting a take-out meal when you hadn't planned on it. I now work from a list of about 40 meals. We then can plan for the next few days once we know what our plans are, and when we see what's on sale. Having this list means we aren't eating the same things over and over again, and I am planning meals I know my family really enjoys. Time saved and money saved.
I’m a PM list maker as well. Crazy as it sounds, I think it helps me to sleep better. Another 2 minute task can save a TON of time is to set limits on screen time using your device’s settings app.
The phone isn’t an issue for me as I sleep like I’m in a coma. Lol. I just turn it upside down so it’s dark and all the calls, texts and notifs are on silent. I also put all my daily or most frequent tasks on a timer for awhile just to see how long things take. Surprisingly most things never take long at all (usually less than one minute to up to 15 minutes). I hate unloading the dishwasher so I will usually do parts of it in 1 or 2 minute increments here and there. Or as with many other things, I just pay attention to little things I can do quickly when I’m already in a room.
Went to Aldi yesterday with a friend who just wanted to pick up one thing. I went by the meat section and found ground beef $2 off. I also have a Sunday setup list that I review and see if I missed anything like refilling meds, preparing breakfast & lunch to take to work, getting gas, etc.
Great tips! I guess I'll have to accomplish some of them in several 2-miinute steps, as decluttering my spaces (purse, social media accounts, workspace, wardrobe) will take faaar more than 2 minutes haha.
Number 5...bundle greeting cards...look in your local thrift store. I came across a bundle of 100 blank greeting cards with the envelopes in my local thrift store that i am still using almost two years later. I even shsred some with a dear senior friend who loved to send cards but wasnt as mobile. I paid 2 dollars for the 100 cards. Great video as always...love all the tips! Thank you Jennifer
Lorena, that is a great find! Wow!
I do this for Christmas cards or after Christmas buy the discounted packs from the store saving $$$
I pray b4 i sleep. Making a list of what im grateful for to God who is Jehovah as Psalm 83:18. He listens to my prayers as Psalm 65:2. I go to sleep early. And i save my change in a piggy bank.😊😊😊
Beautiful idea! Fellow Christian here, I should do this more often too! There is so much to be grateful for to our Creator 🙏
Today I will get coffee ready for the next day, pick my outfit for the next day, and straighten up my living area where I do stuff and drink coffee before work. I will also complete the few dishes soaking in the sink from cooking tomorrow's meals. Yesterday did a quick 2 minute dust of the living room. Love getting short tasks done - empowering! The longer tougher tasks that pile up are the stressors for me (it's not out of laziness).
Rather than using a sticky note I prefer to use a small pad and scratch the items off as I go. This accomplishes 2 things...allows you to take care of any items you failed to tackle and is a literal log of all the accomplishments you've completed.
Surrounding yourself with people who you agree with and share the same morals may leave you unopen to alternate ways of thinking. I wouldn't eliminate everyone, just the toxic people. Better to get involved in your local politics to ensure your values and morals are aligned with your local politicians. It's best not to leave these things up to people with idle time.
Most important item of all is to have regular family dinners at the dining table. This is a lost family uniter which reconnects everyone in a major way.
I use the yellow mini tablets from Dollar Tree and I do the same thing with a to do list
While my coffee is brewing. I unload the disherwasher or put things away in the kitchen, or even a quick sweep the kitchen
I have implemented #1 a few years ago and it’s a habit now. I did it for many reasons. I sleep better, I don’t wake up at all thinking oh yea I need to do this or that! I also have my day planned a day before so I don’t wake up and wonder what I have to do that day. Just this has given me such peace I suggest it all of the time
Tina, it is very impactful. A super small step with huge impacts.
Thank you for the video. I do have other tips that I want to share with for you all. 1) I keep a plastic comb in my shower. After shampooing my hair, I only put a little bit of conditionner, then I comb my hair before rinsing. After the shower, I clean my comb, and put the hair collected by comb into the trash can. It helps to prevent blockage of the pipes, and also with the detangling of your hair. If you don't use conditionner at all (I often do that), just comb your hair after shampoo. 2) On my computer, I have a grocery list already written for basics, and a check-up list. Each week, i go through my list and cross what I don't need, instead of making a new list each week from ground zero. It is effective in avoiding forgetting, and faster than a redo. (I also have the favorite meals list ;).
I like the cell close to bed for emergencies
Same here I dislike it when I get messages in the night or early morning Spam calls but if there is a medical emergency it's good to have unfortunately in todays world most of us do not have land line phones. Anna In Ohio
I was like this for a long time. I wear my Apple watch to bed and if I get an emergency call I know. Phone stays in bathroom. Less temptation for me.
I listen to relaxing music or stories on my phone. Set timer for usually an hour, and that helps me wind down and go to sleep
When I am decluttering, I do not let the box or bag of donations sit around the house. It goes directly to the trunk of the car so that I can drop it off when I am out and about. That actually helps me to declutter my space vs avoiding it cuz it make a bigger mess. LOL. I takes 2 minutes to put it out in the trunk. Love these tips! Thank you !
Dear Jennifer
Thank u very much. I clean the kitchen as i cook and clean the sink after cooking. This males me happy. I hv become interested in gardening and i water them every day while cooking. I also make my bed and tidy the room be4 i leave for work. I also choose my clothes and arrange my handbag the day before so i dont hv to worry abt wat to dress. I iron once every two weeks.i wash my clothes daily by hand as i dont like to collect because it becomes untidy and also washing a load is not good for my back. I wash my pants ,towel and pillow cases every week and i change my bed sheet every other week.wen i hv a load of work i write it down and since i like making cards i make them in bulk and keep so that i dont hv to stress abt anything. The best thing is i dont like to go to work or appointments late so i plan accordingly as my brain cannot handle the rush. I am collecting names of books so that i can read them wen i go to my daughters place in NZ.tc
Keep the kitchen counters cleaned off...on Sunday afternoons plan the menus for the week, Thank you for the video.
Great video. Thank you! I send a family MEMO 📝 each evening for the next day to keep up with kids activities/ work events/ sports events/ events in schools, sometimes chores that someone might need to do and sometimes I name what will be for dinner. We also have a weekly dinner menu but if a meat needs to be used then I’ll choose the dinner and let the family know in advance
Amy, I love the family memo idea! 🤗
That's a great idea!
So grateful to our wonderful friend Jenny for making it really clear that unfinished actions = ANXIETY and disregukation which impacts our whole lives💕💕💕 it may seem obvious but many of us need these reminders to help us have a good life
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12 minutes well spend!
Love from Germany
Hi in Germany! Hugs 🤗
Your videos really help me to stay committed. My weekly dose of encouragement 🙂 Thank you!!!
Just watched this morning and already got 5 things done bc of the new 2 minute rule ;-) Works like a charm...
I have a stockpile of assorted cards. I look through those first to see if i need to buy some a month before. I know in April that i had some Mother's Day Cards.
I keep a small notepad by my coffee maker to write down everything I need to take to work with me the next day. Whether it's food I've prepped, a return, or an errand after work. I also try to put as much in my car the night before so I don't forget anything.
Great idea!
I like to do it on my calendar the night before
Thank you great tips
You are so welcome!
Very useful tips! Thank you :) you are a very good motivating and encouraging teacher
Thank you so much!
Having a list of meals is key. I don't plan for specific meals on specific days any more because it's too easy to get sidetracked if you have a day that's unexpectedly busy, so you end up getting a take-out meal when you hadn't planned on it. I now work from a list of about 40 meals. We then can plan for the next few days once we know what our plans are, and when we see what's on sale. Having this list means we aren't eating the same things over and over again, and I am planning meals I know my family really enjoys. Time saved and money saved.
I’m a PM list maker as well. Crazy as it sounds, I think it helps me to sleep better. Another 2 minute task can save a TON of time is to set limits on screen time using your device’s settings app.
You are right on point there! It does help you sleep better bc those things aren't floating around in your head now that you have put pen to paper. 🤗
The phone isn’t an issue for me as I sleep like I’m in a coma. Lol. I just turn it upside down so it’s dark and all the calls, texts and notifs are on silent. I also put all my daily or most frequent tasks on a timer for awhile just to see how long things take. Surprisingly most things never take long at all (usually less than one minute to up to 15 minutes).
I hate unloading the dishwasher so I will usually do parts of it in 1 or 2 minute increments here and there. Or as with many other things, I just pay attention to little things I can do quickly when I’m already in a room.
Went to Aldi yesterday with a friend who just wanted to pick up one thing. I went by the meat section and found ground beef $2 off. I also have a Sunday setup list that I review and see if I missed anything like refilling meds, preparing breakfast & lunch to take to work, getting gas, etc.
Wow that's Awesome ❤❤❤😮😮😮😊😊😊
Great tips! I guess I'll have to accomplish some of them in several 2-miinute steps, as decluttering my spaces (purse, social media accounts, workspace, wardrobe) will take faaar more than 2 minutes haha.
Excellent Tips .. Great Video 😊
Thanks so much!
Great ideas dear Jennifer 😊
Great tips! 😊
Thanks! 😊
Hi Jennifer 👋🏻
Very good tips Jennifer 😅
Thank you, Beatrice! ❤️
I keep my phone near my bed at night in case of family emergencies or personal emergency.
I turn my phone off at night 😊
i still have my shopping app but because of minimalism, i barely buy.
I prep my breakfast and lunch for the following day.
JENNIFER COOK, I really like your videos! Let's be friends!