originally posted on 31-10-2016 9:24 PM

@lokifish that's true. Having visual cues is so helpful! 

originally posted on 31-10-2016 9:26 PM

@Randomness ah I like the quotes idea! I used to do the same thing when I was about 16 - might be good to try it again and build up some motivation 😛

originally posted on 31-10-2016 9:29 PM

@lokifish I also think that's really important... using visual reminders. Like if i need to remind myself to take something tomorrow I will put it on top of my wallet, or I will put a note on top of my wallet.

I also heard somewhere that when you do something for 21 days, it will become a habit. I don't know how true it is but I always think, if I do this for just 3 weeks it will become easier!

originally posted on 31-10-2016 9:33 PM

@Chloee I've heard the 21 days thing too. I definitely think it becomes easier to do things once they're a habit - and it doesn't take that long to create one 🙂

originally posted on 31-10-2016 9:29 PM

I find putting reminders into my calendar waaaay before an event (If possible) is really helpful and often reminds me of events I would have forgotten.
I then really love my past self for having thought of that. 😛

originally posted on 31-10-2016 8:56 PM

Gee it feels like time is flying by tonight! 😛 Time for another question

 

What do you do to stay organised at school, uni, work or in your personal life?

originally posted on 31-10-2016 8:30 PM

Hey @cupcakes_032 🙂 There's nothing like a deadline to induce a sense of panic to finish things 😛 that's true though that the stress can also backfire and cause us to become less productive

originally posted on 31-10-2016 8:38 PM

What is productivity?

I think it's using your time well and spending an appropriate amount of time on things eg. doing something but not being really harsh on ourselves like some of us perfectionists are! I think productivity does include self care etc. as that is essential and it helps us have a clearer head to do everything else we need to do! 

 

 

Is planning a neccesity for good time management? Why/why not?

Not sure about necessity but I think it really helps. Planning ahead can help you know what you need to do, when you need to do it and how much time you have to put to each thing. I think also good time management is a skill and rhythm you develop over time through practice. 

originally posted on 31-10-2016 8:32 PM

Is planning a neccesity for good time management? Why/why not?

 

I think my answer is going to echo everyone elses. In short: absolutely! Our brains are great at trying to distract us with trivial things so it's important that we have a plan so we can stay on track. It also helps to prevent us becoming super overwhelmed at the last second because we've been procrastinating the whole time 😛 I also think there's such a thing as over-planning though - having a super regimented schedule that has no room for flexibility doesn't tend to end well either.

originally posted on 31-10-2016 8:27 PM

@Alison5 can definitely relate to spending more time making to-do lists than actually doing the things on the to-do list 😛

originally posted on 31-10-2016 8:22 PM

How do I make the most of my time?

 

I have recently become obsessed with 'to do' lists and have found then very helpful. I used to become very stressed whenever I made a list because it always seemed to be never-ending. However, I have been able to recognise the effort put into each activity which gets me past this.

I sometimes worry I spend too much time on the list than actually doing the activities.

 

I really approach life with a 'don't waste time' attitude. This is still quite new to me but I find i'm much more satisfied with my efforts over the course of a day.

Rewards are also a great incentive to get things done, especially the boring or unpleasant activities like assignments and housework.

originally posted on 21-04-2017 8:18 PM

i think it should not be considerable.

originally posted on 31-10-2016 8:24 PM

Yeah sorry, I just skipped ahead in response to your question @StarLord. But the tips are useful nevertheless. 🙂

originally posted on 31-10-2016 8:27 PM

Is planning a neccesity for good time management? Why/why not?

 

I think an aspect of planning is necessary for effective time management, but as I said above, when it gets to the point of taking over the time you could be doing the activity, it is more detrimental than helpful.

Planning reduces mistakes in the future and helps set out what you need to do, clearly in your head or on paper.

originally posted on 31-10-2016 8:33 PM

Sorry, I've mucked the order of the questions.

 

So first we should answer (if you haven't already) Is planning a neccesity for good time management? Why/why not?

 

Then we can get to our own tips and how we manage our time.

 

 

originally posted on 31-10-2016 8:34 PM

that's okay @Alison5! Practice makes perfect! 

originally posted on 31-10-2016 8:31 PM

How do you make the most of your time?

I don't Being focused and productive is a very good way to use your time.  And also using it to take care of yourself is good.

 

Is planning a neccesity for good time management? Why/why not?

It tells you what you should be or want to be doing and at what time but it's your job to actually carry that plan out so I'd actually say no.  I feel like sometimes it's fine to have goals to be completed on a day that just get done as the day goes on and things just flow.

originally posted on 30-10-2016 9:26 PM

This is so funny @lokifish because I definitely would not be able to continue if I couldn't sprinkle thyme on every single thing I cook!

It also reminds me of that joke where a mother is listening to a song, and the daughter asks, "Well, did he?!" And the mother is confused, "Did who what, dear?" And the daughter quickly replies, "Did Parsley save Rosemary in time??"

On a more related note, I'm looking forward to this GR!!

originally posted on 31-10-2016 7:07 PM

I'm actually so pumped! 

I've been waiting all week!

Can't wait to hear everyone's ideas and tips too! 🙂