How many times have we tripped over our couches trying to do 3 things at a time, because we were in such a hurry and had to be out the door… 10 minutes ago? I surely got a couple of bruises on my shins, running like a chicken with it’s head cut off, searching for a clean pair of socks.
Sometimes, no matter how much we try, the Universe just keeps working against us and the clock keeps winning the race against time. From my own experience, I’ve put together a list of 5 simple life saving hacks to help beat the clock:
1. As strange as it may sound, whatever you do, do not rush. I repeat, do not rush! Rushing takes away the clear vision on our priorities by not knowing which action to take first, and therefore creating a very stressful, confusing situation.
2. Which brings us to number two: address one thing at a time. Trying to multitask by introducing one leg in the pants, while the other still misses a sock, might not be a good idea. Put your socks on first, then pull up the pants.
3. Make sure you always have a clean, ironed t-shirt/shirt in your closet. It can be a real lifesaver in these kind of situations, timewise.
4. For crying out loud, leave the freaking phone alone! So what it keeps alerting every 5 seconds about a new Facebook notification or WhatsApp message? You’ll have plenty of time for those, once you’re in the subway.
5. In that chaotic scene, when everything’s done and you’re ready to bounce out the door, make sure you grab a little cash in your pocket. You never know who you might meet and have to buy them a cup of coffee. It would a shameful situation bumping into a girl you really dig, and have no money in your pockets to buy her lunch. Believe me, I’ve been there before and I’ve felt like slapping myself.
