I am constantly writing lists in a notebook, reminders on post it notes, putting things into my Outlook calender, and jotting things down in my Day Runner. I spend more time making lists than getting anything done, and always forget something. I also have a hard time prioritizing things. I can barely remember to get groceries and what we need, (since I can never find my list) Does anyone have any suggestions as a system to try that might work better for me? I work full time, show horses ( we practice daily) , have a small child (who is in several sports), take care of an elderly parent, and run an EBay business along with all of other normal every day things, like shopping, cleaning and laundry. My life is now running me in circles and I stay stressed since I am sure I am forgetting something.
2007-04-02 04:37:50 · 5 answers · asked by Paint Pony 5 in Health ➔ Women's Health
You certainly need to re-evaluate your priorities & get someone to help you with your schedule. I would keep one daily planner. My husband just got me a palm pilot & it's great, this way I have access to all my schedule, weather I'm out in the field or @ home. You also need to schedule some downtime, get a massage, take hot bath, take a walk...You are the only one that can change your current schedule. :)
2007-04-02 08:28:07 · answer #1 · answered by Fraulein 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
to start, simplify your list system. Keep only one list (I use a portable organizer book) & use outlook to remind you of very very important issues (like to check your organizer daily), appointments, etc. Develop a habit of doing this first thing each day and then priortize your list by numbering what you want to get done. Take care of the most important, and if you cannot get to all, move them to another day or just let them go. I know it may not be possible to eliminate any of your responsibilities, but maybe you can find ways to get help with some of them occasionally. It is ok to just let some things go sometimes too. Check on your child also. Sometimes all these activities we let our kids participate in really stress them too.
Remember what is really important in your life. Spend as much time with your loved ones as you possibly can. (in a non-stressful activity) Take care of yourself. Be happy. Everything else should take lower priority. It is not the end of the world if you forget things or if you cannot work everything into the day that needs to be done. Always remember, 100 years from now, none of this is going to be important or be remembered.
2007-04-02 06:58:17 · answer #2 · answered by Teresa B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you need to prioritize all the things you do in your life. give something up, like maybe the ebay business. hire someone to help with everyday chores or to help care for your parent at least part time. it just sound like you're trying to be superwoman and are doing too much. simplify.
2007-04-02 04:44:47 · answer #3 · answered by wendy_da_goodlil_witch 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take more easy on yourself. You are doing more that enougth is normal to no remember all all the time. Expend a little less time doing listing an more time tray to relax
2007-04-02 04:43:36 · answer #4 · answered by vrostar 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
talk to the horses...tell them you love them
you'll see.....
2007-04-02 04:42:25 · answer #5 · answered by Eduardo......Carochio 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋