Not easy to manage everything in the morning. In this new article, the Leenkus editorial staff reveals some tips for better managing your time and getting organized.
Prepare your things the day before
First tip: first, choose the clothes you will wear the next day. Don’t forget to check the weather! Indeed, it seems obvious but the time spent selecting your clothes, when you have nothing to wear, can sometimes stretch out and waste precious minutes… even tens of minutes!
So if you have children, also prepare their clothes the day before. Pack your bag and their satchel at the same time. This will allow you to avoid surprises and thus have some time for a solution if you ever miss something.
Prepare your snack the day before… tip 2
The best trick for a real saving of time, but also of energy. Cook more of your dinner so you have something to pack for a quick lunch to take to work the next day.
Leave your belongings near the front door… third tip
Next to the front door, put all the items you need to take the next day. With this trick, no risk of forgetting and no need to run around to collect all your things. The clock is ticking!
Make a to-do list!
Practical tip: you tend to forget things… So make a list of everything you need to do or take with it.
So, write your to-do list the day before. This will actually allow you to go to bed with peace of mind and not have a thousand things running through your head.
Schedule time for everything
Tip: for each stage of your morning preparation, in particular your shower, your make-up, your breakfast… Plan a specific time frame. Also, set yourself a maximum departure time from your home that you oblige yourself to respect. So, adapt your routine according to your needs.
Have a clear idea of your morning schedule
The time of your departure is fixed? Have you decided how you want to live your mornings? Cheer ! But now remains to know how much time you need. Trick ? It’s simple, you can just test, and time how much time you take in the morning on average over a week.
Another tip: define a detailed schedule while estimating the duration taken for each activity. So, once this schedule is done, test and adjust it with reality. From now on, by having a precise idea of the time you take in the morning to do what you want… You can thus readjust your time to get up.
Last tip… start the day by slowing down to save time in the morning
You only amplify the feeling of running after time, starting the day with a bang. Indeed, you fidget, rushing to get ready will not save you time in the morning in reality.
So instead of rushing out of bed, start by taking a few minutes to slow down. Our tips: in your bed, close your eyes and tell yourself that you are going to have a great day. Also, remember to do some stretching and take the time to drink your tea or coffee and savor the present moment.
