Another tool I keep in my arsenal that helps me to be productive or stay on top of things is to employ what I like to refer to as the 60 Second Hustle. If I know there is something I need to work on or take care of I will do this, especially if it is something I don't really want to do. I find the best time to hustle on something is when I am reheating my coffee in the microwave.
In sixty seconds I can gather up and take out the trash plus replace the liners, I can empty the dish drainer in the kitchen sink, I can pack my lunch, I can clear some clutter, I can straighten up the junk drawer or a shelf in the refrigerator, I can fill up the washing machine and get it started, I can transfer a load from the washer to the dryer and get it running, I can sweep my front porch.
I am always amazed at how much I can accomplish before the microwave sounds off. And the reward is a hot cup of coffee when I'm finished. Give the 60 Second Hustle a try and see what you can get accomplished. And let me know too. You may do some things that will inspire me as well.
On rice storing did you freeze rice before putting in bags.
ReplyDeleteI don't freeze my rice and have never had issues. I do freeze my flour.
DeleteI thought I was the only one who used the microwave like this. The other "timer" I use is commercial time. I rush about so I can get back to the TV.
ReplyDeleteYes! :0)
DeleteI use a similar practice for dresser drawers. If I come across a one in disarray, I resolve myself right then and there to straighten it--no lingering over "keep or toss" or either. It usually takes about a minute, which makes me that more inclined to move to the next drawer down. I have a four-drawer dresser, so I can get my dresser organized in under five minutes!
ReplyDeleteThat is great Meg!
DeleteWhen I am watching a tv show, I will get up during the commercials and see how much I can get down. Like empty dishwasher or load it, clean counters or table, etc. Simetimes it might take 2 commercial breaks, but you can actually get a lot done!
ReplyDeleteI did that too when we had regular TV/Cable. Amazing how much we can do. :)
DeleteThis is a wonderful idea. Thank you
ReplyDeleteKaron
Paso Robles, CA
You bet! :o)
DeleteI do the same thing when heating something in the microwave. Usually, it is loading or unloading dishes in the dishwasher because I am standing right there.
ReplyDeleteJeannie@GetMeToTheCountry
Sure beats standing there watching the countdown. LOL
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