tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post1104107689300812849..comments2024-03-22T04:01:14.613-04:00Comments on Life According to Steph: Things you can do today to increase productivity tomorrowSMD @ lifeaccordingtostephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09884611147965544589noreply@blogger.comBlogger40125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-31723113526863492212015-07-14T12:31:53.743-04:002015-07-14T12:31:53.743-04:00I'm loving these gratitude lists at the end of...I'm loving these gratitude lists at the end of the posts! I've said it a lot lately but I think mindfulness and gratitude are so important!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-85160293982797494032015-07-14T10:37:02.393-04:002015-07-14T10:37:02.393-04:00Great list. Firm believer in lists and always goin...Great list. Firm believer in lists and always going to bed with a clean kitchen. Catching up on posts-- thanks for the book recommendations. I'm behind in all my blogger recommendations-- but finished the Husband's Wife recently and enjoyed it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-10941424220697137162015-07-13T21:53:44.603-04:002015-07-13T21:53:44.603-04:00I used to make massive "To Do" lists, an...I used to make massive "To Do" lists, and then I got lazy. I really need to make this a priority again!<br /><br />Also "It's hard to get things done when everyone hates you" made me laugh so hard.Kristenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14757174923718324262noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-40525817840198149802015-07-13T20:33:04.672-04:002015-07-13T20:33:04.672-04:00I love this. I make to-do lists too, both for wor...I love this. I make to-do lists too, both for work and for personal. I couldn't function without them.Laura Darlinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05817637305623694718noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-25381035270472095632015-07-13T16:53:01.129-04:002015-07-13T16:53:01.129-04:00I agree Kate! I agree Kate! SMD @ lifeaccordingtostephhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09884611147965544589noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-5319459145413475782015-07-10T23:08:45.976-04:002015-07-10T23:08:45.976-04:00I need to get out of my own head but can't bec...I need to get out of my own head but can't because I need to reset first - which is something the bf and I are planning for the first weekend in August, a mini getaway because I'M LOSING IT! I try to make to do lists the day before so I know what to anticipate but if not, I do it first thing in the morning. Eliminating/reducing clutter the night before is also a great way to start the day. I hate waking up with a cluttered home/work space. Enjoy your weekend Stephanie! Take Care -IvaAwesomelyOZhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13849681096434789896noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-50804631522194742032015-07-10T21:47:15.989-04:002015-07-10T21:47:15.989-04:00I start everyday with a to-do list. It really help...I start everyday with a to-do list. It really helps move your day forward and be productive. Kerry @ Till Then Smile Oftenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15665402939137040730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-43822822858681217212015-07-10T18:44:25.888-04:002015-07-10T18:44:25.888-04:00I really think we would be great domestic partners...I really think we would be great domestic partners. KMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05154895627623648948noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-4739694179295289892015-07-10T16:39:04.529-04:002015-07-10T16:39:04.529-04:00Today I'm grateful that I live in the age of g...Today I'm grateful that I live in the age of google. Man oh man, how did people get stuff done when they had to spend all day using card catalogs and phone books and reference books and dictionaries?<br /><br />And yes, I read the post this morning, had nothing interesting to say, and revisited bc I just realized that google makes my life better.Laurenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01625993635674294934noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-63858816002166174582015-07-10T16:05:44.312-04:002015-07-10T16:05:44.312-04:00A good night's sleep, a work out, some coffee ...A good night's sleep, a work out, some coffee and a cleared work space are what get me going! Hope you have a great weekend! Nadinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06920454010509077779noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-53161424535083672242015-07-10T15:44:05.542-04:002015-07-10T15:44:05.542-04:00We are so similar, it's funny. I can't lea...We are so similar, it's funny. I can't leave my office with a messy desk (not that I ever really let it get messy to begin with) and I don't believe in having piles of stuff around my house. I'm obsessed with clear surfaces. And if it's not on a list, I probably won't remember to do it; if it's on a list, I make sure it get's done.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-11637295931896658522015-07-10T15:27:00.421-04:002015-07-10T15:27:00.421-04:00I'm the same way. I like to feel rewarded whe...I'm the same way. I like to feel rewarded when I take some time off for myself. So I definitely hustle and get things done. I can't operate in clutter either so I need to clear tables, desks, etc. off before I work. That's a must! Great list!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09920176845761631257noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-64013131156733670682015-07-10T15:20:30.577-04:002015-07-10T15:20:30.577-04:00I'm always in awe of how organized and product...I'm always in awe of how organized and productive you are, I need to channel my inner-Steph!<br /><br />Happy Friday <3Kate at Green Fashionistahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11104665064880942943noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-66915789020111940102015-07-10T14:38:55.157-04:002015-07-10T14:38:55.157-04:00I have to clean my kitchen and make a to-do list a...I have to clean my kitchen and make a to-do list along with a rough idea of meals and various errands/activities. I need a basic schedule and idea of how to use my time if I'm going to be productive. If not, it all goes to hell. I like that you call it "putting your house to sleep". I do that, too, but never thought of it that way.<br /><br />Scott and I were just talking this morning about how we can be more productive in the mornings so the timing of this post is quite a coincidence.Jana @ Jana Sayshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15501814243709445827noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-31522153064498848272015-07-10T14:25:22.918-04:002015-07-10T14:25:22.918-04:00To-do lists are my savior or nothing will get done...To-do lists are my savior or nothing will get done. Having said that, nothing is getting done tomorrow because jet lag. lolEmily @ Martinis | Bikinishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13771245700613396017noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-41160877136015538282015-07-10T14:11:56.730-04:002015-07-10T14:11:56.730-04:00I cannot relate to #1 or #2 at all. LOL However, I...I cannot relate to #1 or #2 at all. LOL However, I am in total agreement re: Cafe Bustelo bricks. And I'm betting I'd love the teal rolling cart.Gwenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10673986016485754373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-50062234344641442202015-07-10T13:33:47.658-04:002015-07-10T13:33:47.658-04:001 & 2 are so important! I have to have my home...1 & 2 are so important! I have to have my home all tidy when I go to bed, and I always write my to-do list the night before. <br /><br />I also put together my outfit the night before - I hate having to rush around to find a certain pair of pants or ironing a shirt before work. It's so much easier waking up and knowing it is all ready to go!Arinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00469828463807446390noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-50459260086636050292015-07-10T12:25:50.456-04:002015-07-10T12:25:50.456-04:00I need to adapt all of these practices! Every mor...I need to adapt all of these practices! Every morning is frantic and I know that's no way to start the day. This morning the alarm clock went off at 5:00. I wasn't out of bed until 6:05 which left me with exactly 10 minutes to get out the door. It would be nice to wake up to lunch already made in the refrigerator, coffee setup in the pot, an outfit picked out. I need help! I have the time at night. Why don't I do myself a favor and set myself up for success the next day :) Brass Honeyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05633964614383447886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-55626903083311344272015-07-10T12:18:22.110-04:002015-07-10T12:18:22.110-04:00I try to reduce clutter and spots/stains. Just mak...I try to reduce clutter and spots/stains. Just making the bed, washing the dishes (we don't have a machine right now), wiping counters, and tidying up the bathroom can make a huge difference in my mood.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-72820399810491658572015-07-10T12:15:28.606-04:002015-07-10T12:15:28.606-04:00Great tips! And they certainly have clout coming f...Great tips! And they certainly have clout coming from someone who gets so much done during the weekends but still has fun. Clearing surfaces is incredibly key- it's so hard to do anything with no free space.<br /><br />PS the new pics of the dogs- I die. I LOVEEEE when dogs do the head tilt.Caitlin @ Candyfloss & Persiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10643817536737845811noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-24157202070347102812015-07-10T11:23:57.928-04:002015-07-10T11:23:57.928-04:00I love waking up to clean counters & table top...I love waking up to clean counters & table tops... but have the worst time making them happen every night ... sigh...Rebecca Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03965781380511208862noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-81239463081190126132015-07-10T10:54:51.120-04:002015-07-10T10:54:51.120-04:00I have so much on my plate right now i am letting ...I have so much on my plate right now i am letting so many things fall by the wayside. need to step up my game!Helene in Betweenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03734694540206484285noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-28383142280278977152015-07-10T10:52:41.986-04:002015-07-10T10:52:41.986-04:00I always do the first one!This is a great post! So...I always do the first one!This is a great post! So helpful. I get so much more things done when I make a list. Mariehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00210065091965251377noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-43457097630255594312015-07-10T10:07:27.290-04:002015-07-10T10:07:27.290-04:00#1 for sure. I can't sleep if I don't get ...#1 for sure. I can't sleep if I don't get everything out of my head, particularly the top things that HAVE to get done the next day. I like having a plan!Stephaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11422365462021152556noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4071987159907366396.post-46703799381062686902015-07-10T10:00:23.750-04:002015-07-10T10:00:23.750-04:00I especially love the first 2. I get so much more...I especially love the first 2. I get so much more accomplished when I make a list. I also get more done when a space is clean. If there is too much clutter I get stressed out & it seems like there is even more work to be done so I am more likely to walk away.Briannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15343989978472064388noreply@blogger.com