Do you find yourself getting distracted when trying to clean or declutter? Do you stop to read through an old journal rather than find a home for it? Instead of cleaning your kitchen, do you find yourself organizing your spices?
There is nothing wrong with doing these activities. If your goal is to clean or declutter, however, they won't help you accomplish your goal.
An idea: use a timer. Carry it with you from room to room. Set it for a little less than what you think you need to complete the task, to discourage dawdling.
I like knowing how long a task takes. Sometimes I find that a task I put off only takes five minutes - like unloading the dishwasher, or folding a basket of clothes. When I find out how little time it takes, I'm more likely to do it without procrastination.
How do you stay focused on your cleaning or decluttering?
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