I’ve started giving myself 10 minute challenges. I set my timer for 10 minutes and tackle a household chore while my children are having a snack or lunch. It’s amazing how much you can accomplish in only 10 minutes when you focus on the task. The 10 minute challenge is a weekly feature on Mommies with Cents. Each week, I will show you one of the things I was able to accomplish in 10 minutes. I encourage you to join me- it really easy amazing what you are able to achieve, even if it’s incremental, if you set your mind (and timer!) to it!
This challenge doesn’t always have to be about cleaning and organizing. You can set any type of goal you want to accomplish. It’s Christmas and what is most important is family. My challenge for this week is to spend at least 10 quality minutes of one on one time with each of my children and my husband. Sounds simple enough but with three kids it’s rare that they get individual undivided attention. Whether it’s reading a book, playing a game or another activity of their choosing, I know that they will love this special time spent together, even if it’s only 10 minutes. This is something I need to incorporate into EVERY week! Maybe I’ll put it on my New Year’s Resolution list!
I’d love to hear ways you manage your time at home with kids. Please share your tips with me and our other readers by leaving a comment, then come back next week for another 10 minute challenge!
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