How To Be a Productive Homemaker
Homemaking is a challenging and rewarding task, but it can be hard to stay productive.
It is very important to ensure that we are making the most of our time. In order to achieve this it is important to keep our home running efficiently and effectively by being productive.
Here are some tips for productive homemaking:
1. Set a schedule - Setting a consistent schedule for our homemaking tasks will help us to stay focused and organized. Let‘s decide what needs to be done and break down large tasks into smaller chunks. We can also set specific days for each task. This will help us stay on track as well as avoid procrastination.
2. Prioritize tasks - It’s easy to get overwhelmed by all of the tasks that need to be done. Let’s prioritize our tasks so that we can focus on the most important ones first. Select 1-3 per day depending on how big or small the task is. Remembering to break down the bigger ones. If we happen to have more than one task on a particular day, it is a good idea to start with the most difficult one first. This causes the rest of the tasks to seem easier, not to mention, it will get a lot off our plate early on.
3. Declutter - Clutter can make it difficult to focus and be productive. Not to mention studies even show that it can affect mental health in a negative way. Taking the time to declutter our homes will help us get organized and make it easier to find the things we need.
4. Use technology - There are a variety of apps and tools that can help us stay on top of our homemaking tasks. Utilizing technology can help us save time, money as well as get more done. (I have linked some resources below with more information).
5. Take breaks - Taking a break from homemaking tasks can help us stay more productive. Whether it’s a quick walk around the block or a warm and soothing beverage, taking some time for ourselves can help us stay focused and even more energized. I, myself have got to get better at this. However, I have noticed, when I power through the tasks rather than taking a break., the results do not come out as good as when I do allow myself to take a break.
6. View homemaking as a job - Homemaking is hard work so view it as a job because it is. When we view homemaking as a job we will get much more done and become better at it quickly. Show up on time, do things diligently, evaluate yourself and improve daily.
3. Use a timer - Setting a timer for each of the tasks we need to do will help us to stay on track and make sure we are completing each task in a timely manner.
By following these tips, we can make the most of our time and be more productive in our homemaking. With a little bit of planning and organization, we can turn homemaking into a productive and fulfilling and fun experience.
Resources -
Clutter affects mental health
Article - https://www1.racgp.org.au/newsgp/clinical/what-does-clutter-do-to-your-brain-and-body
Study - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21228167/
Homemaking Productivity Apps
http://www.thejourneyathome.com/the-top-10-productivity-apps-that-every-homemaker-needs/
