Jessica joins the hosts to chat about the 'boring' adulting tasks like paperwork, appointments, and taxes. They discuss finding 'good' doctors in the healthcare system, motivation for tackling chores, and the satisfaction of completing financial tasks. They share tips on staying productive, using cute items for motivation, and the challenges and rewards of seeking help with financial matters.
Using cute cleaning supplies and small treats can boost motivation in tackling adulting tasks like paperwork and taxes.
Watching productivity videos can inspire action on boring tasks and make them more fulfilling.
Collaborating with a partner can provide support and make adulting tasks like taxes more manageable and enjoyable.
Deep dives
Finding joy in mundane tasks
Watching productivity or cleaning videos and planning ahead helps in tackling boring tasks like taxes or renewing a passport. Investing in cute cleaning supplies as a reward for completing tasks and incorporating small treats after finishing something mundane can increase motivation and productivity. Setting deadlines and planning efficiency helps in managing adulting tasks and breaking them down into more manageable chunks.
Engaging with inspiring content
Watching videos of others being productive or cleaning can inspire a sense of accomplishment and prompt action on cleaning or organizational tasks. Getting into the right mindset by pre-gaming with content that showcases productivity can lead to actually engaging in those tasks with enthusiasm. Pairing task completion with enjoyable content can make mundane tasks more engaging and fulfilling.
Collaborating on adulting tasks
Having a partner to do adulting tasks with can provide support and accountability, making tasks like taxes more manageable and less daunting. Planning on doing tasks together, whether it's taxes or organizing paperwork, can break up the monotony and encourage mutual support in completing them. Collaborating with a partner can make adulting tasks more enjoyable and less overwhelming.
Progression and learning through adulting challenges
Grasping opportunities in adulting to learn and grow, whether it's through overcoming mundane challenges like taxes or renewing documents, can lead to personal and financial growth. Overcoming the barriers of adulting tasks with the support of resources and education can empower individuals to navigate adult responsibilities with confidence and competence. Embracing the learning process in adulting can pave the way for self-improvement and increased financial literacy.
Tackling taxes and financial responsibilities
Utilizing online platforms, engaging in research, and seeking assistance from experts or resources like parents can aid in understanding complex financial tasks like taxes and investments. Employing planning and organization techniques, leveraging online tools, and seeking guidance from reliable sources can aid in managing taxes and financial responsibilities effectively. Developing a systematic approach and staying informed about financial obligations can streamline the process of handling adulting challenges and promote financial wellness.
Today our friend Jessica joins us to talk about the 'boring' side of adulting! We discuss tackling life admin tasks like paperwork, appointments, and taxes. We chat about navigating healthcare systems & grasping at random metrics to find a 'good' doctor. We explore things that make us feel motivated to do these tasks!