Get To Work Faster And Worry-Free With These Easy Morning Tweaks
1. Make a to-do list (список дел) for your kids
Keeping a checklist of what your kids need to do before heading out the door can help make mornings less chaotic. Write the list either on a whiteboard, or make printouts (распечатки) from the computer. Have your children mark off when they make their beds, brush their teeth, and gather their schoolwork and lunch. If they don’t follow through (доделать) by five minutes before they need to leave, you can set a punishment like no TV or computer time after school.
2. Go through your calendar
While you’re sipping your coffee in the morning, glance over everything you’ve scheduled for the day. Make sure you write down everything, from plumber visits (приход водопроводчика) to bill due dates. You’ll be able to schedule your day effectively without worrying about surprises or forgetting important events.
3. Give a kiss goodbye
Before you head out the door, kiss everyone you love in your house (including your cat or dog). Physically connecting with your loved ones will frame your day with positivity (создать позитивное настроение на день) and a reminder of what’s important to you, along with reducing stress.
