Daily motivation- chores and tasking “Life Skills 101”
Hi there, I'm looking for a buddy to chore or task with. Someone to collaborate with on goal setting, milestones met, difficulties encountered in trying to just get thru a day of taking care of basic tasks and chores.
I would like to chat up to daily with someone who either is struggling similarly or has been down a similar road.
If you think this is you, please drop a line. Questions welcome. Thank you for reading!
@parkey
Thanks for posting Parkey!
Feel free to look through the other shares here as well, perhaps there is someone else here who fits the description of what you are looking for who you could pair with? You can feel free to comment on their posts as well :)
Best of luck to you! We are here for you!
Hey Parkey. Thanks for posting. I was just wishing for a buddy like you. I’m trying to get motivated to do chores, long range planning and my work done too. I’m trying this to for chores http://www.flylady.net/d/getting-started/flying-lessons/shine-sink/
@adaptableSky4590
Oh, I like this very much!
years back when I was living in a very filthy home (of my own making, of course), I was adrift not knowing where to start, so much to do that it is was overwhelming. I began by doing my dishes - or even some of them if I felt very discouraged and not up to doing them all.
I had to repeat this step for years. Partly because I didn't take it seriously enough and stay diligent. But every time I did attempt to clean my home, dishes were my go-to. So, I have now started to finally graduate from the Groundhog Day of dirty dishes. It is now made easier by much more frequent practice. I have hope and confidence that I can apply this philosophy to other tasks. I'm doing much better with laundry and making the bed too, and picking up things as I go along.
After I have "mastered" laundry and bed making, (I'm almost there with the laundry), I will add in vacuuming and bathroom upkeep.
My kitchen is looking better. I have a plan. Many things left to clean and organize.
And funnily enough, I just came from finishing up the dishes and cleaning the sink! I may try this tip from the link you shared on my sink (it is a small, double, stainless steel).
Buf I am beginning to realize how much better it feels to not look around and see chaos. The outer chaos of my living environment seemed to be a symbol of symptom of my inner chaos and turmoil. No more! Not saying that I don't still struggle, obviously I do, but much of the chaos and turmoil of my living environment has lifted (situational). It's up to me to do the rest!
So thrilled to see you found this!
pleass drop a line and share any accomplishments or struggles or tips and we can keep help each other in this, I hope!
@adaptableSky4590
Hello,
Just thought I'd check in with you and see how things have been going?
Overall, I have had a productive week and am looking towards "Finish Strong Friday!"
It feels so much better to accomplish things and restore, bit by bit, order and cleanliness to my home! Would like to hear how your week was! - good, bad or anywhere in between.
Trying to give this an uptick.
still looking for a choring buddy.
😊 What is your goal today?
@lonelyremoteguy
my baseline three: get dressed, eat breakfast, make the bed.
I also have to clear the kitchen sink, unload the dishwasher, do some paperwork.
First, coffee lol.. (it's 6am)
What about you?
When you have a coffee do you also make your breakfast? It can be hard to get things done but when the sink is tidy or the bed made I feel better. Having a baseline and plan is a great start
I'm still learning this site but it seems after a certain number of messages no further replies are allowed for a post?
I could get a therapy dog but I often stay with friends when away. One is lukewarm to the idea. The other I tend to stay a week or so with and is against it so not really feasible. I love my home but I seem to do better when taking a break away and I go out more (there is more to do in other places and I am more motivated to make the most of the time)
@lonelyremoteguy
I can see where the change in scenery and routine can be helpful - get out of the rut, get away from the place where your problems live in a way.
Before we moved to this property the place I was living was detrimental to my mental health and emotional stability. "Moving to the country" has been a blessing for me and I'm so thankful we were able to. When I lived in town I felt so watched, silly I know. But out here I'm away from prying eyes and can breathe easier. Out here it is up to me to "make or break" myself. And I can do this at my own pace and in basically solitude. It is my sanctuary.
I'm glad to hear that you have good friends. Altho I do wish they were a bit more open to how much having a pet companion could help you. But, it's also not their responsibility to accommodate this, of course.
It's interesting to me that you find going to the city so helpful-- I'm introverted (or not risking enough) to the point that traveling to the city is still a challenge.
I did set a goal of leaving my home twice a week. But it's been back-burnered because I found it too overwhelming. However, I soon have to attempt re-instating this goal.
Hi again Parkey. I'm not sure if our time zone differences make it difficult but I would be keen to find a buddy to encourage each other with daily tasks
@lonelyremoteguy
awesome! Yes, the time difference might mean that we cannot always speak in real time but I still believe it can work!
so glad you found this page!
Great. It's 8:30pm at night here so can chat but any goals I have will be tomorrow (Friday)
Hi Parkey. I received a notification of a message but don't see it sorry. As before after a certain number of replies to a link it allows me no more. It's really wet and windy here (although not so cold or I'm getting used to Winter). I procrastinated today and went to the doctor at the last minute then picked up my mail and a quick stop at the supermarket (things I often put off - even going without to avoid going out not for financial reasons just social anxiety). I have a headache from stress but I did my essential tasks and back in bed. It's now just on 5pm Friday evening (looks like a wet weekend). Hope you had a good sleep and you get the things you want done. 😊
Hi Parkey. Hoping your goals are progressing. 👍😊
Back to the drawing board for me. Still looking for a choring partner (kind of).
I may just be my own partner haha.
For some reason I tend to want to share my accomplishments - and my lament when I struggle. This may become more of an online journal to myself.
Been having mostly very good days. Want to try to continue the trend.
