It’s not uncommon to struggle with everything that needs to be done in a home. But there are ways that you can not only become a better housekeeper but a more efficient one.
Personally, I really dislike wasting time. Although I enjoy a clean, orderly home I prefer to get on with my day. In other words, there are many other things I would rather do than spend too much time cleaning and organizing.
So through the years I have learned a variety of ways to be more efficient. And it all starts the night before.
I have a rule about going to bed. I don’t do it unless the house is straightened, the dishes are put away, the clothes are folded or whatever else needs to be done. This means enlisting the help of others.
If I can wake up to a house that is in good order, it starts my day off right. I would rather stay up a little later to make sure everything is tidy. To me, this is efficient.
Another way I can be efficient at taking care of my home is with a schedule. I know which chores are done on what days. By remaining consistent with this schedule, I am always on top of things.
Lists are another way to remain efficient. We have a spot where everyone can write down items they need or we run out of. I have a list of what I need to do that day. These lists keep me on track.
I have also found that I am more efficient when meals for the week are planned out. On Sunday I decide what we are going to eat and I write out my grocery list.
Monday night is when I do my shopping. Knowing ahead of time what we are going to have, instead of wandering aimlessly through the store has saved me a lot of time.
Planning and preparing is the key to efficiency. But it can also make a huge difference in your attitude.