4 ONE-MINUTE HABITS That Save Me 20+ Hours a Week | Time Management for Busy Moms

[@AtoZenLife]

Do you agree or disagree that we all have the same 24 hours in a day? 🤔 Please give this video a like + comment below to share your thoughts!

[@ArtingFromScratch]

Were there any books or resources that helped you finally end your hoarding?

[@ArtingFromScratch]

@donaldlyons17 ok but... I want to be the minimalist side

[@skimusic3773]

Of course we don't. We don't even have the same 24 hours each day! Anyone who has sat a bedside vigil or been immersed in a pleasure knows the value of hours consists in how they are filled. When we are alone we have one set of hours. When we work, have children or partners, or engage in community activities that involve others, we have another. We are not islands, but part of a vibrant world that WILL knock our expectations for a loop and heavily impact our hours. Our best bet is the routines and habits that we know well enough to use as a grounding template. Thanks for your thoughtful work!

[@solarpanelsarecool]

I'm chronically ill and have far fewer 'usable hours' than sometime who is well. We're definitely not all equal in this.

[@Notable2Nikki]

I don't think we all have the same 24 hours a day. Someone with a full time job, plus a family of their own, plus a caregiver for elderly family member truly does not have much time to themselves. Same goes for those with chronic illnesses.

[@TeresaS-q7x]

We all have the exact same 24 hours but we all allocate it differently.

[@juliannacapinera4296]

I agree with you on this 1000%. Once you have an elderly parent, or parents, added to the mix, things look a whole lot different.

[@sparklemotion86]

She pointed that out first thing

[@debbiekoortzen1154]

Absolutely agree!

[@deefee701]

Im anither person to agree with you. Also add in hiw everyone's energy levels differ, and distractability level.

[@lindabourcet1349]

We use a paper calendar for our family’s appointments as we are a single car family. Whoever ‘books’ the car first usually gets it and if there are conflicts we work out compromises. We live in the country and so cannot walk or bike to town. We also look at the calendar in the morning and before bed so we can plan our days. It is our ‘command center’ and works well for us.⏰

[@poodlegirl55]

I like the batch idea and also use it for my cleaning. I used to pick one room at a time to focus on for a deep clean but you have to get a bunch of stuff out so now I batch chore. I deep clean both bathrooms at the same time, I change all the sheets the same day.If I see the light switch plate next to the garage needs cleaning I make a quick pass through the house and wipe every one.

[@emilianodiaz-page4233]

I like batch cleaning as well. I find it more efficient.

[@jmsl_910]

awh, yes mommy-busy in no joke. i habit stacked exercise in to get movement in throughout the day. for example, i do sit-ups while my coffee brews & some wall push ups after i brush my teeth, that sort of thing. i link the movement to something non-negotiable! ☕️☕️☕️

[@AtoZenLife]

Thanks for sharing!

[@MyFocusVaries]

Wall sits while tooth brushing, or balance training (stand on one foot for the top teeth, the other foot for the bottom teeth).

[@joyousdog1]

Batching errands whenever possible has become an enjoyable game for me. I love the pleasure of knowing I'm being efficient, ecological, and economical. I even plan the order of stops to avoid left turns out of side streets, heavy traffic areas and other things that add stress to a drive.

[@craftingafamilydinner]

Amen to Mom busy. Even when they are grown. Also I’m glad I’m not the only one that has to set multiple alarms to remember everything, love all the tips and your videos keep them coming.

[@LilyLightOne]

⏳️ having kids or even pets in your house definitely changes what you end up doing with your time. Thanks for your tips, I appreciate what you do 😃

[@sandywlaschin3878]

I still use paper lists because I like writing and the art of crossing off. I do have a lot more time but now fight feeling lazy…

[@MlSSadventure]

Kudos to you! I lose lists.

[@eileenalmeida]

I am 70 yrs young and still have not mastered this, but I keep on trying😎

[@idk-el5vr]

love the "70 yrs young" instead of "old"

[@lindascull6327]

Yessss❤❤❤

[@DFBurgermeister]

Love these tips. I remember having a full-time job (with long commutes each way), going to college, and raising 2 kids all at the same time. I was really productive with my time back then and somehow had time every Sunday for fun family activities. It’s funny that after graduating college, I seem to have less free time and things became more hectic.

[@daryljohnson9010]

After 2 years off of social media, I reactivated my account exactly 1 month ago. To that I restarted perusing the major online news channels. I lost about 8 days’ worth of time!!! Point taken.

[@karlyp3920]

Batching tasks together helps so much!!! I try to do this as much as possible

[@tammycrookshanks4112]

Love your Germany home can't wait to see the tour of your new home!

[@laurawilliams2445]

Thank you for this video. I truly enjoyed the content and your suggestions.

[@carmenlheureux5435]

Very useful habits. Thank you! Can’t wait for a house tour!

[@AtoZenLife]

Fingers crossed I can get that video made soon! Unfortunately, our flooring guy ghosted 👻 us so we had to find a new one, setting everything back…fun times. 😅

[@nadiatraietti5348]

Oh no! That’s so frustrating that you got ghosted. I really hope you didn’t give him a deposit of any kind. It’s bad enough preparing your space for the work and then to have a no show!

[@marthabergmann1265]

⏰ very good Video! Especially the social media point is so important 👍

[@claremiller9979]

Can attest to using alarms and setting appointments immediately on my phone as I make them. I have alarms to remind me when the kids have library books due back, when we have to pack clothes for sports activities, even for putting out the bins. These things happen every week at the same time but I free up precious brain space by outsourcing the 'remembering' to my alarms. It totally works.

[@TheSunnySA]

Yes! Nothing like mom (plus teacher!) busy!!!

[@cristina.mtz.bravo1982]

I really liked this video, Marissa. Please, more of this ❤ and you made it short and simple, I loved it

[@eileenheinkel2374]

These are GREAT ideas; many of which I use and they are indeed fantastic time management ideas.

[@AtoZenLife]

Thanks so much Eileen! 👍

[@ashley.hulsey]

I do the exact same thing with my phone calendar, and I have since my son was born 11 years ago! If it something my husband needs as well (kids school day closed, sports practices, sports games, play dates, etc), I send the invitation to his calendar immediately too.

[@AtoZenLife]

That’s a GREAT tip 👏

[@arielledang115]

Marissa! I love your authenticity. Thanks for sharing and creating helpful and clear content. You rock 😊

[@l.m.n.2338]

Off topic but do happy to see the wood cabinetry still intact! It’s beautiful and classic.

[@makeupartistrybymuskan]

All habits are so beneficial! I will try to include them, I have turned off notifications for 90% apps and it's so clutter free - no more wasted time in reading notifications and directly pointed towards the important ones

[@lindseystewart3194]

Mom busy....so true, but I love it! I'm old school with my paper planner and daily lists. It keeps me organized and helps me motivated and focused. Who doesn't love checking something off?!

[@TeresaS-q7x]

sometimes when I'm really off my game I go back to making a list nothing spells success like drawing a line through an item on a list, it works to get me back on track

[@-MEL16-A.O.C]

Thank you Marissa each of your tips are great even I still writting on paper the lists of my tasks 😊👍

[@Myriako]

Thank you for this video! 😀🌻🌻🌻

[@CPP_DRUMMING]

Hi Marissa, Thank you so much for a great video and great tips! Was frustrated with my decluttering progress, but now I'm going at it again refreshed and inspired by your ideas.😊

[@AtoZenLife]

Good luck and cheering you on!

[@elle1642]

Amazing video. Great tip on using phone calendar.

[@clydare]

Thank you Marissa! Brilliant content. Greetings from Dublin

[@AtoZenLife]

Cheers from Chicago 👋 ❤️

[@brzoskwinka86]

Watching fourth time. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

[@AtoZenLife]

Thank YOU for watching and for your kind words. ❤️

[@alisonmcpherson6561]

As always, I enjoy your videos.

[@joanvoss7512]

These videos are adorable.

[@skimusic3773]

Thank you for the koala on the chair! It's the little human moments that make it easier to relate to someone who, despite disclaimers, seems to have a "perfect" life.

[@AtoZenLife]

Hahaha, thank you! Koala is Didi’s favorite and is often sitting somewhere so he can watch us all. 😂 Cheers!

[@francoiselafferty-hancock5112]

I absolutely batch tasks! We don't have a car and I'm so extra I'll even work out the order I'll do my tasks. Like lick up groceries last so I'm not having to carry them around for all the other errands I want to get done!

[@tinah4208]

Lol, phone alarm reminders are great as a mom!! ;)

[@blujeans9462]

I prefer paper calendars and reminders, since - like notifications - it is beyond tempting to scroll a little bit every time I use the phone. Excessive scrolling - like now - is a habit I would love to break. But without us 'junkies' you creators would be out of work...and you all know you follow all the tricks in the book to keep us watching!

[@imma5172]

⏳ Good tips and habits, thanks! Always enjoying your videos ⏳

[@heidibear44]

Batching! Never knew it had a name. I live by this method. Im a farmer so I can definitely say we dont all have the same 24hrs, batching has saved me many tears 😅😊

[@ValyaDream]

Also about tracking your staff and organising it - when someone from my family comes to my room and asks to give them smth, I can simply tell them where this is. And they get it themselves. I don’t even need to stop doing what I was doing

[@LaLayla99]

I tried to use analog planners- so many variations! But, my adhd brain just couldn't keep them up. Now, everything goes in my phone with notifications and I don't forget things...most of the time. 😁

[@gabriellaraziah]

1:21 you saying this as i’m spending time on my phone👁️👄👁️ i have gotten better about not being on my phone though… it is so freeing. before bed and after i wake up are strictly no phone times. and if i’m at work, i make sure to keep my phone in my desk. I have an apple watch so if anything is truly urgent, i will see it lol!

[@AtoZenLife]

😂❤️

[@emmatzim1394]

I've been organizing my time and schedule since I was 18 and I totally agree with you. It has helped me a lot and I find it practical and stress free.👍

[@AtoZenLife]

Fantastic! 👏

[@MsVanja17]

I agree with all, im really organised and tidy person but also i love to have one day without 1 obligation, just day doing nothing 😅

[@littlecomawhite]

My daughter (5) is currently at her grandmoms for two days. My husband and I managed to empty out our spare room that has been qaiting about a year for this :)) also we are trying to remember what the hell we did after work before kids 😂

[@louiseisobelevans]

Great advice!!!!! Thanks Marissa xoxo

[@TheMennomilist]

Up to 8 hours on phone???? Woah! In a day??? I also schedule things right away on my phone when making plans. Another great video. Love the shot of you reading Atomic Habits. Cute skirt!! How have you been Marissa?

[@michellenoll4477]

⏰⏳ Great tips! Motivating to help me do better getting things on my calendar right away! Also, very convicting on Social apps. Determined to do better for me and my sanity. Thank you! 🤗💖

[@christianegrimard6555]

⏰⌛️I explore a digital planner but I don’t know which one to choose , I love writing so I use paper but explore a new method, and as you do I put rdv in my phone calendar with reminder ❤ thank’s Marissa

[@aubreytoms]

I don’t have children, but these tips definitely look like they come in handy for saving time generally. My mother, however, uses almost all of these! Also, I need a shoe organizer. May I ask where you got yours? 😊

[@brandi4492]

⏰ love your videos and newsletter!

[@kimberlythompson926]

Great ideas

[@dawnclowes4954]

I've been batching errands for a while now. Feels great to achieve several things in one outing. Having a home for everything would be my dream but after 6 months in our new (Smaller) home , it's still a challenge! I need to work smarter not harder. It's a cliché but it's so true. I love learning ways to improve, even in my late forties. That's why I keep watching! 😊

[@fromhumblebeginnings7798]

Agree - I took my granddaughter swimming and she went to the pool edge and sat down. I was laying out our towels, and taking off my cover up and she called out to me in front of everyone "Mimi, put down your phone, it's time to swim!" (she was 4 years old) Applause erupted around the deck of the pool and I realized, she was right! No more phones when I am with my family - ever!!

[@jennibennecke669]

I love that your granddaughter wants to swim with you.

[@kennethbailey9853]

Thank you and Ame

[@AtoZenLife]

First comment today, Kenneth! 🙏

[@Debbiesdilemmas]

We all have 24 hours a day but they’re not all the same. Someone who is young, healthy, has a full time job and possibly a family is achieving a lot more than I do. I am older, have a chronic illness (autoimmune disease), am in a constant state of fatigue and pain and suffer with anxiety. Sadly I achieve a lot less than most people. I still have much to do but it gets done at a lot slower pace. There are so many variables that can affect our productivity and how much each and every one of us can achieve in a day.

[@terricarter8820]

Hear that

[@Siures]

Saving dates into my phone I really have to get used to. Before I became a mother I was able to not use a calendar AT ALL. Therefore it’s extra hard to remind myself to really schedule things and have notifications.

[@stellamc]

⏰ I think the more people you have in your home the less time you have. Especially being a caregiver to children, special needs, elderly - basically anyone. Sure you are always responsible for yourself but taking care of others is the toughest.

[@Christine-zk6hk]

I put everything in my calendar, and I mean everything, like what days are street sweeping. My events are color coded so when I look at my calendar t is easy see the really important ones. I'm still working on lists though.

[@siuhoahambaliroehrig6922]

It's happening in my life 😂😰😢👏👏💪💪 🙏🙏 Thank you ❤

[@kaitlinross4348]

Mom-busy is another level of busy! I really hate phones and how addictive they are. My husband has a smartphone third arm. I enjoy living in the present, and don’t care to look at my phone period. It’s a huge hurdle in our marriage honestly.

[@AtoZenLife]

It can be tough when you’re not on the same page about that - does he want to change?

[@mtracy244]

I like to receive your newsletters thank you.⏳

[@juniperchans]

⏳Thank you for all the helpful tips and videos you share with us. I can't describe how much you've helped our family. We're still a work in progress with our clutter, but we're getting there.

[@erikabossie]

I now have a 17 and 15 year old and getting older means waking up earlier. So I use my early hours to dust, swiffer the floor, laundry, declutter, read, prep for work... I became much more efficient

[@Smallworld2024]

😂 you are so cute sis❤ ty for sharing

[@AtoZenLife]

Thanks so much for watching ☺️

[@laranielsen8021]

⏰Great tips

[@peggypoole1773]

great video !

[@mikeGietExperience]

3:30 what is your take on ear buds? so man people go away from them due to brain emf anxiety

[@bex438]

Technically we do all have the same amount of hours in a day, but how we choose or have to spend them is very different depending on family, pets, caring responsibilities, health conditions and disabilities & other factors. Anything that can maximise our or save it whatever our individual life life looks like is a good thing for all of us.

[@Pinkbear20]

I don't think we all have the same 24 hours. I am single and childfree. Have two master's degrees, finished with school and semi-retired. I really like your minimalism tips but at this point in my life I have extra time to waste on hobbies and things as organizing my closet. I think my issue is finding things to keep myself busy and not spending so much time on shopping.

[@terricarter8820]

Yes I can totally relate to that, as a singleton, semi retired lady of nearly 60..

[@terricarter8820]

I have way to much clutter, spend too much on eating out, all of my friends work, so mostly it's done on my own.

[@terricarter8820]

You could volunteer at a charity shop, I've been there for 2 years now twice a week. Monday afternoons and Tuesday mornings. Made lots of new friends, we have social gatherings

[@terricarter8820]

I'm in the UK

[@MlSSadventure]

I love your ideas. I’d really appreciate if your emails had a link to a transcript, and not just the video.

[@mbo205]

I deleted all social media apps on my phone execept KZbin 😂 Whenever I have a feeling off watching to many videos, I reach for a good book instead

[@lindascull6327]

"Math just ain't mathing y'all"❤❤😂😂

[@AtoZenLife]

😂❤️

[@smontone]

That timer was such a corny joke 😂 I like and comment to all your videos.

[@AtoZenLife]

I appreciate all the support! (And, yes, I’m a huge cheeseball 😂)

[@kaitlinross4348]

Also tell me you do voice acting because you’d kill that!

[@AtoZenLife]

You think so? I can do quite a lot of accents, but I don’t like my regular voice. 😂

[@kaitlinross4348]

@@AtoZenLife Absolutely, I would keep voice acting in the back of your head!! 🙂 Accents are even more helpful too.

[@nataliapilipenko1582]

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[@ValyaDream]

About notifications of appointments - so true! I add them to calendar one day earlier to remind me. And when I plan smth, I open the calendar and can understand which days are occupied

[@camerongordon5914]

The Social Dilemna is one of the best horror movies ever made. *Because it's true*

[@Shiryone]

Did you remember to get back with Mr. Zen? :-)

[@DarkLord-jm8tw]

The video is great, but it really seemed to me that a very important point was missing: The husband should share all household chores with you. Cleaning, cooking, washing, taking care of children, and so on. Then you will have time for yourself and the opportunity to deal with other habits. I would even say motivation. Because if 1 person takes care of everything, and the rest pass by, then congratulations, you are still a slave (even if slavery was abolished). And going into minimalism may not work if others do not agree. (Here I would also like to remind you that the idea of ​​minimalism is to have enough for comfort, but not excess) It seems to me that it is important to point this out in such videos, because when a person who does not yet have children and a husband is watching, it is one thing. But when a person with a family is watching? it can become a terrible psychological loop of endless comparison of everyday life. =(

[@LesaKenner]

I was thinking the same thing. Why is she doing everything by herself?

[@MyFocusVaries]

This is key! When I got engaged, I had a long talk with my fiance, that life would not be like it had been for him growing up (where dirty laundry magically reappeared in drawers and the closet and food appeared on the table like clockwork). We were in a conservative church at the time where even if women worked outside the home, they still did the bulk of parenting and housework. I let him know that wasn't how I was prepared to operate. When our son was young, we each took a year of leave, and during my husband's year at home, he took care of the bulk of housework and cooking because he was home more. Now that I work part time, I do more. But couples really have to work to not fall into traditional roles, particularly once they have kids (societal pressure). Because many women work a paying job, then are expected to be responsible for the bulk of home tasks on top of that, simply because it's traditional.

[@DarkLord-jm8tw]

@@MyFocusVaries Thank you for your reply. I am not a subscriber to yours. However, I am really interested in this whole topic of simplifying life, understanding our environment. I still have an association minimalism = asceticism. Therefore, it is important for me if the video repeats that these are not the same thing. And as a woman, it is important for me that everything is not hung on the wife. Sometimes I come across your other videos. Not everything is interesting to me, but it is always food for thought. Thank you for your work.♥

[@MyFocusVaries]

@@DarkLord-jm8tw I agree with your sentiment. But clarifying that I'm not a KZbinr.

[@SomeYouTubeGuy]

Getting it out of your head and into your system is what David Allen from Getting Things Done calls Having a mind like water. It also helps to calm you and reduce stress because your mind isn't going a million miles an hour trying to keep up with everything.

[@L83000]

what about living a real peaceful life like before technology?????

[@AtoZenLife]

Definitely important. However, I use technology and social media for my work, meaning I need to be able to use it effectively without getting sucked into nonsense.

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[@D_and_M_J]

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[@ColleenJoudrey]

I still prefer a paper calendar and lists because the cell phone goes with whoever is away from the house and I may not have access to it for a few days.

[@Maybee-hr9xr]

Do you have one cellphone in your household because of minimalism? Less distractions? It's unusual in 2024, just curious 😀

[@jenniferganey881]

I have a planner that I love.

[@jenniferganey881]

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[@ColleenJoudrey]

@@Maybee-hr9xr Our second phone and vehicle were the first things to go when my job dissolved 6 years ago and we very quickly realized that we did not miss either of them . When our income did recover, there wasn't an urge to take on those expenditures again.

[@SHWF-411]

Most of the apps have the ability access on a computer or iPad so that shouldn’t be a deterrent. I use online and paper so I can relate.

[@jsanders2993]

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[@kingcarcas1349]

Can you believe people make putting gas a single trip, you would think batching was common sense.