WORK WEEK IN MY LIFE: halloween costumes, struggling to balance a 9-5 and life, workout classes

[@ScarlettMoon2]

I choose 2-3 days a week, after work to do any errands. Even if I’m tired after work I do it. Friday night I reserve for friends/family and to do a little cleaning before bed. Again I try to push through if I’m tired because I know I can sleep in a bit on Saturday. Saturday morning I have breakfast and then do my meal prep right away. Simultaneously doing laundry on Saturday. After that my day is for me and family and friends sometimes. Sunday, I do nothing. I nap if I feel like it, potato on the couch watching tv, reading then a quick family dinner with my parents and sister. For you, you could fit your editing in on Saturday and Sunday late morning/early afternoon and do it in potato mode all comfy and cozy. And give yourself a limit like 1.5 hours then take a break.

[@KeeganActon]

that is such a great schedule!! im going to try to do that myself thank you so much for the tips

[@ScarlettMoon2]

@ if you ever need a virtual/remote assistant I’d be happy to give it a try haha! Hope things are going well for you!

[@haileywasheree]

I really like these 9-5 week vlogs ❤

[@KeeganActon]

thank you!!! they're some of my favorite to make

[@nsain5835]

hey keegan! if something is sold in an opaque container it’s usually for a reason. i would get opaque spray bottles for your anti microbial spray

[@annagol__86]

Hi! Def struggled/ am still struggling with managing a work life balance and working full time. I work remotely so I’m so grateful to save time commuting but it’s still a challenge to get everything done. What helps me is delegating certain chores to certain days of the week so I clean a little each day. For example, Tuesday is my floor day - I vacuum and mop, Wednesday- dusting day and whipping down all surfaces and tech, Thursday- bathroom cleaning day.

[@KeeganActon]

thats such a good idea!! how much time do you spend each day on those tasks?

[@annagol__86]

@ I would say on average I set aside about 30 mins for those big chores and then keep up with small things everyday like doing dishes!

[@Billy33753]

Love using the crockpot! And happy Halloween

[@KeeganActon]

happy halloween!!!

[@user-aaaaa4788]

i give you props for switching your print in your office when you have meetings because i wouldn't have the energy to do it 😭😂

[@KeeganActon]

its honestly so much I dont know if I have the energy to keep doing it lol

[@hayleysh876]

Love the pilates gear haul! Way to go on getting to 90 classes! :)

[@KeeganActon]

thank you!! I felt so proud of myself

[@rachelv9441]

tbh i feel like if your job was WFH more days/week you would have A LOT more time on your hands. It's 2024, there is ZERO reason to be going into the office 4 days a week. My last job was 3 days a week but it slowly crept up to 4 days so i asked for extra compensation because in the contract it stated it would be 3 days/week and maybe once a month it would be 4 days/ week. But it was never like that so i worked for 6 months there, saved as much as possible and quit citing that they weren't honest in the contract. But i did have a part time job lined up which i started 2 weeks after i quit so at least for time i was job hunting, i was still bringing in some money And after 4 months of searching i found my current job which is only 4-7 in office days a month. So at most i go into office twice a week and its always on either Tuesday Wednesday or Thursday. Monday and Friday are WFH days. It deffo took a while to find that job but it was worth it. So much less stress, so much more freedom with my days. No more spending 2 hours a day commuting 4 times a week. And sometimes the office is nice enough to provide fresh coffee and free lunch. Maybe it's me but i felt like you rushed into this accepting this job and it shows how draining the commute and going into office 4 times a week is in your vlogs. Not to mention, the feeling of stress and not having enough time. It's slowly wearing you down.

[@KeeganActon]

im so happy for you that you for a job that you lie and that supports your lifestyle!! I completely agree with everything you said. I honestly have no idea how people who go into the office 5 days a week and have even longer commutes than me do it.

[@angelicabriones440]

I feel like we are all struggling to keep it together and with social media we think everyone else has it together why not me? For everyone including myself we need to remind ourselves we’re human and we have to understand we can’t have it together so if no one told you. You are doing amazing and I see you ❤

[@leannemeng228]

Hi ! Sorry. I’m watching your videos backwards right now. I just watched your most recent video that just came out. It’s Okay to struggle . For me in doing well in my life but I still have some struggles in life right now. I keep low with my struggles these days because I don’t want to cause attention to much attention to myself. I have a good support system in my life right now so I am grateful that I have people to reach out to in my life. Just sharing so you don’t feel alone in your struggles. ❤

[@SarahSchneider2]

I have 1 of those birdie alarms. It’s really nice to have for safety. You do have to be careful because I have it on my key chain and I have accidentally set it off a few times. Or it somehow gets pulled open while my keys are in my backpack or purse than it gets so loud until you find it and put it back together.

[@KeeganActon]

omg id be so embarrassed thank you for letting me know thats a possiblity

[@shelbylano]

I take the same med you started - it’s true that the first weeks can feel worse before it feels better but WOW once you feel better it will change your life. Helped me with mood, anxiety, rumination, sleep, everything! Proud of you for taking a big new step towards your best life 🖤 meds are so individual per person and though most people do well on this one, if it’s not right for you don’t stop searching for your perfect one ✨

[@KeeganActon]

thank you!!! im so excited to start seeing benefits. right now I think im past the 2 week side effects mark and next week (or the week after) ill start feeling the benefits

[@aurorakitzmann914]

For work lunches keep it simple. Get stuff to make sandwiches, have a salty snack,and a fruit. When I lived alone I spent an hour meal prepping two dinners to eat throughout the week. Start with stuff you know you like and them the next week try a new recipe. What ever you have left freeze it and save for a busy week. Keep it simple!!!❤

[@SemesterAtSeaHopeful]

Pointe studio are the best socks!

[@Beaniecat3138]

I’m not easily influenced, you’re the only influencer that has ever gotten me to buy stuff from Amazon. First the hair oil and now this anti microbial spray, I’m looking forward to trying it!

[@erinbaum7015]

Ok, hear me out. Crockpot meals will save your life. I have started doing a Crockpot meal on Sundays and it gives me 3-4 days of meals. Tiktok has been great for recipes! It gives me so much time back.

[@KeeganActon]

I really want to start getting into crockpot meals again because it's so easy. do you have nay fav tiktokers for recipes?

[@erinbaum7015]

​@KeeganActon I think her name handle is Stormi. She even has a cookbook out and all the recipes are super easy!

[@KeeganActon]

@@erinbaum7015 thank you!! going to follow her now :)

[@TaylorRose04]

Halloween is so fun! My husband and I are chefs this year too with our 1 year old being Remy. Our 5 year old is determined to be a butterfly 😂 love the vlog as usual.

[@KeeganActon]

THATS SO CUTE!!! I hope you guys have a great halloween!!

[@rachaelc5029]

I’m on Prozac too headaches n side effects they don’t last longer then a week max

[@KeeganActon]

I think im finally past the side effects stage and next week ill start seeing some benefits im so excited

[@TobilobaOlusanya]

I like ur work outfits Keegan

[@zebraattastiic]

I must have missed it, but where's your bagel slicer? Hope you're feeling better as the days go on!❤

[@KeeganActon]

I still have it but its such a pain to clean I haven't used it in a while lol

[@AbbyAlexand]

If you like waking up early, I wake up earlier than normal 2-3 days a week and clean and do my chores, this also works for if you like your morning work outs still and want to keep on the same sleep schedule!

[@KeeganActon]

what time do you usually wake up? thats really smart

[@AbbyAlexand]

@@KeeganActon 6! That time may not be feasible for every person but live like 15 minutes away from where I work and there's a gym in my apartment complex so it works for me. I also start work at 8 so adjust as needed haha

[@RebeccaABeaudoin]

For me I balance KZbin (at a much smaller scale) and my 9-5, school, a social life, fitness, and me time by doing the following: Workout before work - check it off the list! I will also use the walking pad during my WFH days. I cook probably 6x a week for dinner, I try to schedule 1 social activity for a weekday after work to help break up the week, I have online class Wednesday and try to finish all assignments by Saturday, Saturday mornings are my errands/home cleaning/prep/editing days, nights are for fun, and Sunday are a free for all. Not every week can flow this way, but most can for me after years of practice. It just takes time, but you’ll find the balance if it is something your body/mind truly need

[@KeeganActon]

youre amazing how you manage so much!!! what time do you usually wake up and fall asleep?

[@RebeccaABeaudoin]

@ 🫶🏻🥹thank you! I’m up at 5 and in bed for 9 give or take each way

[@edwardleecaliforniausa]

Hi Keegan how are you happy Monday afternoon and this was amazing video I enjoy your channel and you are amazing supporter

[@KeeganActon]

Thank you! You too!

[@addiemontgomery4559]

happy monday keegan!! your videos are always the best part of my monday

[@KeeganActon]

happy monday!!! you don’t understand how much this means to me!!

[@lesshustlemorecoffee]

Happy for you!

[@lindseybenson8564]

Love the shoes

[@KeeganActon]

thank you!! I think they're so cute

[@TheMorganGibson]

Sorry about that scary encounter you had with that guy on your walk. I'd be terrified to go on a walk again. One time recently I had a strange encounter with my next door neighbor and I am still spooked out about it. It was around like 10pm I was walking back into my house and he was standing on his front porch on the side that faces my house and he said "don't be scared I'm not gonna grab you" like ummm sir what? And I just responded with "please don't talk to me like that again" and he just laughed and I have always had weird vibes about that family because his kids even admitted to watching me like WTF?!? They are just so creepy and I'm not comfortable being outside when they're outside anymore😭😭

[@KeeganActon]

THATS SO WEIRD WTF WHY WOULD HE EVER SAY THAT!??!?!?!?! and watching you????? please be safe

[@eva.marlene]

that story about this man yelling at you sounds so crazy!! had a similar thing happening to me at literally 10 am where a middle-aged guy followed me to my doorstep and prohibited me from going inside by standing directly in front of the door!! scariest experience of my life and there was no one around as well !! sending you a big hug but also encouraging you to keep going on walks, we can’t let those creepy men stop us from going about our days🫶🫂

[@KeeganActon]

THATS SO SCARY OMG WHY WOULD HE DO THAT Im so glad youre safe!!!!

[@diklap]

I might have missed one or two Vlogs, but was there an update about washer and dryer? And the water from the fridge who kept on coming out warm?

[@artynia]

Girl dumb question but I’ve been curious for the last few videos…. what happened to the bagel slicer?! Love you and your content

[@KeeganActon]

hahahah I should start using it again. its so annoying to clean so ive been avoid it but also wasting all my steak knives has also been annoying lol

[@lindseybenson8564]

Where has your bagel cutter gone, haven't seen you use it for a while

[@KeeganActon]

I just hate cleaning it so I haven't been using it recently lol

[@bradypreston8472]

Happy Monday Keegan!

[@KeeganActon]

happy Monday!!!

[@brittany.anne.93]

I suffer from chronic migraines and I seek chiropractic adjustments and I also get heat therapy and it helps a lot. I also have a migraine cap that I use at home that helps.

[@KeeganActon]

im so glad you found things that help! how often do you go to the Chiro and do you have to find a special one for migraines?

[@brittany.anne.93]

@ I go every other week. I see a neurologist for the med part of it, but not a certain chiropractor. I’d definitely look into it!

[@jassplanet]

Heyyyy Keegan!!! Have a great week 🫶🏽

[@KeeganActon]

thank you!!!! same to you!!

[@heyMommaToni]

Love the Halloween costumes. You just reminded me that I need to buy my daughter one of those birdie alarm. Craziest story I have about safety during walking is my friend's dad. He was in his 70's, tiny Filipino man. He used to walk the streets out in Avondale really early in the morning. I saw him one morning when I had to go to my parent's house before work. I saw him walking and was worried for him because it was not the safest neighborhood. I asked if he needed a ride and he told me "no, I have my machete". Man had a legit huge machete! I told my friend and she said that she knew about it and that the cops had gotten in touch with her about her dad. They just told him to be safe with it.

[@KeeganActon]

OMG WHAT HAHAHAH where did he even get that from????

[@heyMommaToni]

@@KeeganActon You never knew with him. I will say, it worked. No one messed with him. LOL

[@kathyb6519]

Buy Wrinkle Release. You spray it on your clothes and kind of pull on the wrinkle to release them. It won't look like you pressed it with an iron, but it does a good job.

[@KeeganActon]

oh thats a good idea!! I think I might have a mini bottle from a Christmas gift a few years ago ill try to find it

[@jojodon22]

Now Mondays are more fun 💃🏻🤍

[@KeeganActon]

hehe ily!!!

[@alyssay2060]

Please send help on how to get a job. Websites used, resume tips, interview tips….. Any help would be greatly appreciated😓

[@KeeganActon]

my biggest tip would be to follow recruiters on TikTok. they gave me such good advice for adjusting my resume and ways to prepare for interviews. I saved the videos to a folder Ron TikTok and would review them frequently

[@danielleayde2330]

The restaurant sounded fun with the art exhibits. Nice gifts from the pilates studio.

[@KeeganActon]

so cool!!! I want to go to more like it

[@danielleayde2330]

@KeeganActon I love art. I went to college for Art history

[@kaylamort]

Happy Halloween girly, your costume ideas are so cute!!!

[@KeeganActon]

thank you so much!! I was so happy with how they turned out this year!!

[@RuebenNomura]

Morning from Hawaii wow just watch this video love your Halloween costume idea

[@KeeganActon]

morning form Arizona!!

[@brendachaves6375]

Happy Monday

[@KeeganActon]

happy Monday!!!

[@samanthadamiano1276]

I loooooooove blueberry bagels 😊

[@ervinsmoviecorner8748]

October is almost done, Keegan!

[@KeeganActon]

its going by so fast!!

[@ValthatBish]

passed out watching this and im back to finish omg it is so cold in az today

[@KeeganActon]

its finally cooling down im so happy!!!

[@jaytee419]

happy monday! ❤

[@KeeganActon]

same to you!!!

[@cathykozlowicz5252]

Yup. The suns coach was the Milwaukee bucks coach. I'm in wisconsin

[@KeeganActon]

no way!!! thats so cool

[@EmelyPhan]

The mug prize is a nice color.

[@KeeganActon]

isn't it so cute!!??

[@Makeupfallcoffee]

I giggled when you said simple human ahah. It’s simple modern Keegan 😭

[@Darklink7884]

Not you and Hannah Elise uploading at the same time 🤣🤣🤣

[@KeeganActon]

hehe twins

[@TobilobaOlusanya]

Happy Monday Keegan

[@KeeganActon]

happy Monday!!!

[@TobilobaOlusanya]

@@KeeganActon Same too you

[@ValthatBish]

I really love these

[@KeeganActon]

this makes me so happy!!!!

[@EmilyHowell]

GIRL! You met Derrick??? That was one of the best Big Brother seasons 🙌🏻

[@KeeganActon]

no it was Hayden (I wish it was derrick hahah) but those seasons were the besttttt

[@cinycaybudgets]

I feel this. I'm a single mom of 3 kids, just trying to pay my mortgage, save, enjoy life, making sure my kids have a good life, lorddd just too much lol.

[@KeeganActon]

Im sure people say this all the time, but you are incredible and deserve more credit. this society was not set up for single parents. you deserve an aware for all you do (and a nice vacation)

[@cinycaybudgets]

@KeeganActon oh my goodness, thank you so much! That means alot.

[@TobilobaOlusanya]

October 's almost done Keegan

[@LaurenLetter]

Omg I’ve been to the department store turned bar!!! So cool! 🫢

[@KeeganActon]

right!!!! I want to find more places like that

[@viviencrumpton]

it’s season 12!

[@TobilobaOlusanya]

Keegan can you please upload new year

[@nicolesawyer4750]

I love big brother so much! if you’re talking about Rachel Reilly then she was on season 12 and 13 so that means you met Hayden Moss which is so cool! But if you did actually meet the season 16 winner that means you met Derrick Levasseur and I so jealous! I would have fan girled so hard lol

[@Maleblade]

Looking pretty Keegan.Stay safe healthy and happy.hug 😀❤

[@alangiles776]

Hi Keegan 🙂 Regarding the scary experience on your walk, we guys don't think from a woman's perspective. As you explained what happened, I can understand why you were scared at that moment, but from a guy's perspective, he possibly saw you and wanted to get your number but then lost his nerve. In the UK, guys are encouraged to cross the road if there are women walking in the dark on quieter streets. It's a shame that women have to take precautions when walking in the dark.

[@KeeganActon]

I could totally see him coming from a nice place and not threatening. I wish he did that in a different way haha

[@KatherineLewis-mn4mc]

omg you met Derrick that is so iconic

[@vickyrubinson]

Rachel was in season 12!! ICONIC season tho.

[@KeeganActon]

Rachel was an ICON at first I thought she was so annoying but I really grew to love her

[@NativeViva1]

You met Hayden from big brother?? What? 🤩 how? I loved that season too

[@KeeganActon]

one of the best seasons!!! I FANGIRLED so hard hahaha

[@phyllispawa5793]

This might be super controversial. I am just a year or two older than you and in grad school, but I have made it required in my budget to have a house cleaner twice a month. It takes so much burden off of me. I do laundry, dishes, and daily maintenance of my spaces, but I don't have to deep clean my spaces. This has helped me have the balance I needed.

[@KeeganActon]

if you dont mind me asking, how much do you pay for that? if I can fit it into my budget it sounds great

[@phyllispawa5793]

@@KeeganActon Hi when I lived in Boston it was $80 for a two bedroom one bath 750 square foot place wood floors and a cat every week. In los Angeles I have 1200 square feet two bed one bath wood floors and a cat its 150 every other week or 125 every week! I used next door and asked for recs. In Boston I just used the woman my parent and neighbors used growing up. Sorry it took so long to reply, I don't have notifications on youtube and just remembered to check on this!!

[@_simangele_]

Those red shoes are cute

[@KeeganActon]

thank you!!! I thought they were adorable

[@jasmineparida9594]

Was feeling low but after your videoooo, I be like❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@KeeganActon]

aw im sorry you were feeling low!! I hope your day turns around

[@amya6497]

Ok but serious question, what happened to the fancy bagel slicer?

[@KeeganActon]

its just hard to clean so I haven't been using it hahah but I used it for the first time this morning

[@lorenaxcouch]

i never got to celebrate halloween as a child due to my parents being super religious but i cant wait till next year, we are moving into our first home this week and I plan to go all out next year

[@KeeganActon]

im so excited for you!!!! and congrats on your first house!!!

[@lorenaxcouch]

@KeeganActon thank you!!

[@claudiavasquez1368]

19:28 bring the plate to the toaster when is done

[@kyanatitus6767]

You have just as much of a right to complain as anybody else. If you're overwhelmed then you're overwhelmed. Nobody can tell you how to feel about what YOU go through in your life, whether it “looks easy” to others or not.

[@juliaseegmuller5686]

Congrats on 90 pilates sessions!

[@KeeganActon]

ahhh thank you!! isn't thats crazy

[@jennifer6833]

My favorite season of Big Brother is with Doctor Will Kirby.

[@KeeganActon]

ive never seen his original season but ive seen seasons where hes an alum. the guy is a mastermind

[@TobilobaOlusanya]

I'm sorry Keegan I've been busy since

[@southwestAZ]

American airways center original ; originaly called and I been at Hannys ! I'm a realocal Born here and from here !

[@KeeganActon]

it was the coolest place!! I want to find more historic az places like that

[@bgolferman]

why did you stop wearing your glasses?

[@KeeganActon]

I wear them when Im at work. I feel like the back of my ears hurt if I wear them all day hahaha

[@cakroncakron4851]

Hi how are you Banyuwangi Indonesia Romi 💘🇮🇩

[@elizabeththompson1525]

Is it possible for you to get a part time job ? It doesn’t seem like you’re fully content in your current job. It was great that you got hired FT right after your layoff but are you actually happy with it?

[@KeeganActon]

I completely agree with you. ive been applying to jobs for a while now

[@TobilobaOlusanya]

Sorry Keegan I've been busy since

[@KeeganActon]

no need to be sorry at all :)

[@artsygirlmarilyn6296]

I cross the street. So they know I’m AWARE Turns out the guy was following me. 👻👻👻🙈 ran into a shop and the women immediately shielded me. 🎀🎀

[@KeeganActon]

IM SO SORRY THAT HAPPENED TO YOU im so glad youre safe

[@artsygirlmarilyn6296]

@ thanks sweetie 🧖🧖🕯️🕯️💕💕🎀 I always cross the street if a guy is coming. Phew

[@TheMorganGibson]

Blueberry bagels are so gross to me. Someone brought me over one a while ago and I seriously couldn't finish it because bagels should NOT be sweet😖

[@KeeganActon]

they're so gross never again

[@meghapujari7]

❤❤❤❤

[@KeeganActon]

ily!!!

[@krystalb0385]

Am I the only one kinda annoyed that Keegan’s neighbor, who she only speaks to in passing, asked her to dog sit for 5 days. This dog is struggling to adjust from being in a shelter and probably from an abusive/neglected environment. The neighbor added so much more responsibility and stress onto you Keegan. I know you’re being nice and it’s hard for you to say no. Trust me, I use to be the same way. I just wish your neighbor would have found a different alternative. 💕

[@KeeganActon]

it definitely was not best case scenario for everyone involved. I doubt shell ask again, but if she does ill have to say no

[@mdnnka3563]

Hope you feel better on the medication; however, I feel you are just overwhelmed. You have too much on your plate! Do you REALLY have to do all that? Prioritize what's the most important (obv your job) and let go of everything else you really don't need in your life (ex. social media accounts that are just time-wasters). Allow yourself to do sweet NOTHING once in a while, you don't have to be productive all the time. And trust me, it's much worse when you live with someone else or have a family of your own. Enjoy living alone - this is the time when you don't have to do anything you don't want to (except work bcuz you have to pay rent/mortgage). I am older than you and speaking from life experience. Talk to your mom, she'll probably tell you the same thing 🥰🤗

[@KeeganActon]

I totally agree with you. ive been working on removing stressors from my life but its been hard haha

[@ValthatBish]

[@maggiebranch9296]

Hey Keegan

[@KeeganActon]

hey!!!

[@_simangele_]

I hate that we live in a world where we need to be cautious of men everywhere we go

[@KeeganActon]

I know!!!!!!!

[@jaime9718]

is keegans friend a special friend wink wink lol

[@KeeganActon]

🤭

[@cetinozden6937]

Hello how are you ❤

[@KeeganActon]

hey!

[@cokedclassic7627]

A week is too long for food.

[@KeeganActon]

I thought 7 days was the longest you could do?

[@cokedclassic7627]

@@KeeganActon no not for meat. I wouldn't do more than 5 and that's pushing it. If anything it starts to taste old whether it makes you sick or not

[@byersjul]

if you ever need to "steam" clothes again, put it in your bathroom with the door closed and shower on hot.

[@KeeganActon]

ive tried that and it didnt work for me what am I doing wrong

[@byersjul]

@@KeeganActon no exhaust fan? haha maybe bc my teeny tiny bathroom it works great.

[@roadtrekstuff5850]

Give up the going out boozing and you will have time for other things and will feel better too. Also give up sugar and starch and you will feel great after a bit. What good does it do to eat cucumber salads if you keep eating all those deserts? They are a want not a need so no sugar.

[@KeeganActon]

balance is important :)

[@ellenrossi3818]

Do you know that you talk 100 miles an hour. You need to calm down a little bit.

[@KeeganActon]

this is just the way I talk idk what to tell you haha

[@haileynbrooks]

You are NOT alone in struggling to juggle everything. Managing finances on your own, keeping your place clean, cooking, working full time….it’s SO hard. You’re doing great, though!!!! 🩷 I only have one full time job and it’s a lot. I don’t know how you do social media too. 😵😵‍💫

[@KeeganActon]

thats so kind of you to say thank you!!