Before Breakfast

Second Cup: Time the little things

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Aug 21, 2021
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ADVICE

Time Little Things

  • Time small, seemingly inefficient tasks to understand their true duration.
  • This helps determine if they are worth optimizing or stressing over.
ANECDOTE

Dishwasher Timing

  • Laura Vanderkam timed how long it took to empty the dishwasher.
  • It only took five minutes, far less than her perceived three hours.
ANECDOTE

Garage Door Wait

  • Waiting for a garage door to open feels long, but takes about 15-20 seconds.
  • Use this time for a few deep breaths instead of getting impatient.
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