What is in a minute? 60 seconds to get something done! Some of the most productive people I know have three things going for them. One, they do not waste time, two, they know how to multi-task, and three they have a plan or a list. So, do you want to make a change in your life and join those super-productive people? Listen to this episode!

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Lord, can I just please have a few more hours in my day? Is this a prayer you have prayed? Why is it that some people get so much done and others flounder? You’ve heard it all and here is the shortlist: get organized, get a plan, make a list – check it twice, and look at your priorities. Does this list sound familiar?

I think the most frustrating part is feeling that we don’t get very much done, often because we plan way too much and there is no way, even with an army of helpers can we get it done in one day. We expect to cook, clean, do laundry, homeschool the kids, take them to lessons, and have a happy outlook on life each day. I’m not going to say that you should lower your expectations, but I am going to say that you need a list that is doable.

We overdo everything (raise your hand if you are an overachiever). Or, maybe you are a procrastinator, and why do today what you can do tomorrow?

Troubleshooting Problems:

Figuring out a solution can save you time and energy. It is hard to be upbeat and optimistic when you are frustrated.

Some of the best advice I’ve picked up from marketing classes and business classes. These classes talk about working smarter rather than harder and that means analyzing what you want to do and figuring out the time involved.

What about some really practical things you can actually implement today? First of all look at what you need to accomplish. Is it looking for a homeschool curriculum? Is it making a meal plan? Is it teaching the kids in a way that they will remember?

Look at what you want to get done and ask yourself the following questions:

Best Practice and Tips for Accomplishing

Being disorganized and losing things accounts for about half of my homeschool wasted time. If you can’t find a sharpened pencil, the markers you need, or a book you wanted to use to teach a lesson, this all takes time and adds to the frustration. I remember a particular child who will not be mentioned who lost her math book often. I finally told her she could not take it out of the schoolroom and that solved that problem. That is part of working smarter and not harder.

Homeschool Minutes Organizational Tips

Homeschool Minutes Fun Learning Ideas –

I loved to learn on the road, especially when I had little kids. I would have a list of ideas and use think about using one or more of these when we went to lessons or errands. Here is a quick list.

No one says I am sorry I did not accomplish more during my homeschool years, but what they say is, “It went so fast,” or “I miss my kids,” or “I am so thankful I had the time for as many years as I did with my children.” It is such a blessing when we can spend the time with our children that is challenging and productive, yet so much tends to be sacrificed at the altar of perfection.

Friends, enjoy your children and your homeschool journey and make the most of each and every day.

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