Where Does Your Time Go?
A simple time audit to reclaim your day
The Mystery of Vanishing Hours
You blink and it’s 9 PM. The kids are in bed, dishes are still in the sink, and another day slipped away without accomplishing what you planned. Sound familiar?
HIDDEN ENERGY LEAKS
Decision Fatigue
Every choice costs you—even small ones. By day’s end, your brain is exhausted from thousands of decisions.
Multitasking Myth
Multitasking reduces efficiency and increases errors. Each context switch drains mental energy.
Notification Vortex
Every ping pulls you away. It takes 23 minutes to regain full concentration after an interruption.
Disorganized Routines
Without systems, you’re reinventing the wheel daily. Chaos repeats from Monday to Tuesday to Wednesday.
“I Should Do It All” Syndrome
Believing you must handle every task is the biggest leak. Delegation isn’t luxury—it’s necessity.
CONDUCT YOUR TIME AUDIT
Track for 3 Days
Include at least one weekend day
30-Minute Blocks
Record what you’re doing every half hour
Energy Levels
Note High/Medium/Low for each activity
Find Patterns
Identify surprises and recurring themes
WHAT YOUR AUDIT REVEALS
Hours daily on tasks anyone could do
Minutes to regain focus after interruption
Daily phone notifications
PLUGGING THE LEAKS
Batch Similar Tasks
- Meal prep Sundays
- Schedule calls in blocks
- Process emails twice daily
Create Decision-Free Zones
- Plan weekly menus in advance
- Set up capsule wardrobe
- Create autopilot routines
Delegate Ruthlessly
- Age-appropriate chores for kids
- Partners share mental load
- Consider outsourcing options
Establish Boundaries
- Phone-free family hours
- Create a not-to-do list
- Learn to say “no”
Protect Power Hours
- Identify high-energy times
- Schedule important tasks at peaks
- Save low-energy tasks for later
The Unexpected Benefits
When you reclaim your time: You’ll feel less frazzled and more focused. Your kids will see a calmer, more present parent. You’ll have space for activities that refill your cup, maybe even that hobby you’ve been putting off!
FROM AUDIT TO ACTION
Time audits aren’t one-and-done. They’re tools to use whenever life feels out of control.
Start Your Time Audit TodayStart small. Choose one energy leak to address this week. Be patient. Celebrate wins.