Before Breakfast
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In each bite-sized, daily episode of Before Breakfast, host Laura Vanderkam shares a time management strategy or an answer to a listener’s schedule question. How can listeners make the most of their time, both at work and at home? The mission is to give listeners practical tools to feel less busy and get more done.
Episodes
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Apr 22, 2024 • 6min
Give it a name
Exploring the idea of giving special activities distinctive names to create meaningful rituals; Learn how naming routines turns them into cherished traditions; promoting community building and travel with a focus on Neighbor to Neighbor program
Apr 21, 2024 • 6min
Second Cup: How to stop being late
Explore the importance of punctuality and time management, including planning for delays. Learn tips on mastering time estimation for punctuality, avoiding stress by being early and refining your skills.
Apr 20, 2024 • 5min
Second Cup: Plan a mini-adventure today
Learn how creating memorable moments can make time feel longer and more fulfilling. Discover the power of planning mini-adventures to make each day more interesting and meaningful.
Apr 19, 2024 • 7min
Family travel doesn't need to mean the whole family
Learn how to make family travel more enjoyable by splitting up to accommodate different interests and ages. Discover the benefits of dividing a large family during travel and how to plan a trip that is flexible and fun for everyone involved.
Apr 18, 2024 • 6min
None feels different from one
Explore how one scheduled event can impact an entire day's productivity and the importance of batch-scheduling tasks. Discover the benefits of time consolidation and the freedom of being 'off the clock' for maximum efficiency.
Apr 17, 2024 • 4min
What might I have forgotten?
Discover the power of asking 'What Might I Have Forgotten?' before starting new experiences. Hear personal stories illustrating the benefits of this mindful practice. Wrap up with gratitude and promotions for other iHeart Media podcasts, Discover Puerto Rico attractions, and eBay Motors car customization options.
Apr 16, 2024 • 6min
You are probably not the only one
Discussing the importance of tapping into collective experiences for guidance, such as understanding common but mysterious issues like hormonal changes in women. Also features a closing remarks segment, an advertisement for Puerto Rico's beaches, and an introduction to IndieWire podcast co-hosts for entertainment news discussions.
Apr 15, 2024 • 6min
What's the tax on your time?
Exploring how limiting projects in progress can make life feel less crunched. Understanding the concept of 'tax on your time' in project planning and efficient organization. Emphasizing the importance of reducing tasks to lessen the 'administrative tax' on time and boost productivity.
Apr 14, 2024 • 8min
Second Cup: How not to forget your habits
Learn how to not forget your habits with simple and non-negotiable routines. The importance of cues and mindful planning for habit formation. Strategies for maintaining consistency, tracking progress, and integrating habits into daily life.
Apr 13, 2024 • 5min
Second Cup: Spring blooms are worth the bother
Discover the joy of spring blooms and travel memories. Embrace fleeting beauty and lessons from nature. Laura shares about Puerto Rico's beaches and encourages trip planning.
