As I quickly move into retirement (35 more days) I'm trying to create a schedule that supports doing what I love. There are two things on my list. Completing my manuscript. Returning to my 5 mile daily walks. I joined the DC Writers Room, a space away from home open 24/7, to work 4 hours a day, 4 days a week. For health reasons, I must also walk. The goal is 5 hours a week to start.
I'm terminating my house cleaning service so must incorporate daily cleaning and ongoing decluttering into the mix without it sucking up too much time and energy. Not quite sure how that will work but read something called 6/10 cleaning system in Simplicity Habit blog that seems feasible, maybe.
Thanks for posting. Feel free to toss me any ideas for painless cleaning practices.
In terms of cleaning, my biggest tips are to reduce the volume of stuff you own (less to clean, less dust, etc.) and commit to a quick tidying routine before bed. For me this includes dishes done, counters wiped, and projects put away. 5-10 minutes a day will spare you from facing a massive cleanup later. Compound effect in action! Also highly recommend investing in a lightweight cordless vacuum - a game changer for a rapid clean that won't kill your back! x
Your post is such a wonderful reminder to do these things. Thanks for writing it. I totally agree about scheduling the workout classes. I'll never truly feel like going, but I book it, pay for it and then I go and I am always surprised by how consistent my energy is when I keep up with the workouts.
My struggle is that I have a partner, who is not big on scheduling, and even though I would love to, it's hard to schedule with him in advance. So I'll try with just one thing/month.
after breaking my tibia last october and having to stay off my leg, I was told that I could swim, so I did, my leg has healed and I now do walks on monday, wednesday and friday mornings and I swim tuesday and thursday mornings. This is the most exercise thatI have ever done. But I have a set time for the swimming and the walks are right after school drop off, so no excuse to not do it. I need to get a few more bills automated. And I am trying to read before bed instead of being on my phone. I definetly need to make an effort to have people over on a more regular basis, the problem is that my husbanda always wants to make complicated meals that take ages to prep and clean up. We recently went to a dinner party that was lasagne and salads and a simple dessert, it was lovely and relaxed, that needs to be the goal, so that you can just enjoy the company . And I need to find time to learn to knit.
I was just going to say I love that’s it’s simple to comment. Haha..Then I got authenticated. But simple too.. I’m older and really overwhelmed. (Obvious from first comment 😅) And keeping my yoga business going. Helping others be their best self. My younger self would dearly love to automate. I just never know what my energy level will be.
On another note! Gentle or Courtney has helped me soooooo much to rewire my brain and take care of myself more. She has MS and is thriving due to changing her life.
As I quickly move into retirement (35 more days) I'm trying to create a schedule that supports doing what I love. There are two things on my list. Completing my manuscript. Returning to my 5 mile daily walks. I joined the DC Writers Room, a space away from home open 24/7, to work 4 hours a day, 4 days a week. For health reasons, I must also walk. The goal is 5 hours a week to start.
I'm terminating my house cleaning service so must incorporate daily cleaning and ongoing decluttering into the mix without it sucking up too much time and energy. Not quite sure how that will work but read something called 6/10 cleaning system in Simplicity Habit blog that seems feasible, maybe.
Thanks for posting. Feel free to toss me any ideas for painless cleaning practices.
In terms of cleaning, my biggest tips are to reduce the volume of stuff you own (less to clean, less dust, etc.) and commit to a quick tidying routine before bed. For me this includes dishes done, counters wiped, and projects put away. 5-10 minutes a day will spare you from facing a massive cleanup later. Compound effect in action! Also highly recommend investing in a lightweight cordless vacuum - a game changer for a rapid clean that won't kill your back! x
I found the perfect vacuum. Thanks.
Your post is such a wonderful reminder to do these things. Thanks for writing it. I totally agree about scheduling the workout classes. I'll never truly feel like going, but I book it, pay for it and then I go and I am always surprised by how consistent my energy is when I keep up with the workouts.
My struggle is that I have a partner, who is not big on scheduling, and even though I would love to, it's hard to schedule with him in advance. So I'll try with just one thing/month.
after breaking my tibia last october and having to stay off my leg, I was told that I could swim, so I did, my leg has healed and I now do walks on monday, wednesday and friday mornings and I swim tuesday and thursday mornings. This is the most exercise thatI have ever done. But I have a set time for the swimming and the walks are right after school drop off, so no excuse to not do it. I need to get a few more bills automated. And I am trying to read before bed instead of being on my phone. I definetly need to make an effort to have people over on a more regular basis, the problem is that my husbanda always wants to make complicated meals that take ages to prep and clean up. We recently went to a dinner party that was lasagne and salads and a simple dessert, it was lovely and relaxed, that needs to be the goal, so that you can just enjoy the company . And I need to find time to learn to knit.
I was just going to say I love that’s it’s simple to comment. Haha..Then I got authenticated. But simple too.. I’m older and really overwhelmed. (Obvious from first comment 😅) And keeping my yoga business going. Helping others be their best self. My younger self would dearly love to automate. I just never know what my energy level will be.
On another note! Gentle or Courtney has helped me soooooo much to rewire my brain and take care of myself more. She has MS and is thriving due to changing her life.
I needed this read this morning! Everything feels hard at times, but the automation takes so much planning out of it.