#time management for bloggers

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Do You Need More Time? Finding Balance and Achieving Goals as a Blogger and Web Developer

Ever feel like there just aren’t enough hours in the day to reach your goals? ⏳ As a blogger and web developer, I know how hard it can be to balance projects, learn new skills, and stay motivated all at once. In my latest blog, I share my approach to managing time better—setting priorities, creating balance, and making the most of every moment. Whether you’re pursuing creative projects, career growth, or personal goals, you don’t always need more time; you might just need a new strategy! Check it out and get inspired to make every minute count! 🕰️✨

Do you need time? Introduction: The Question of Time In today’s fast-paced world, time often feels like our most precious—and limited—resource. As a blogger and web developer, balancing multiple roles can make it feel like there’s never enough time to accomplish everything. But does success require more time, or simply better time management? In this blog, I’ll share my approach to finding…

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routine building for after school : optimize and make ur time work for you⋆.ೃ࿔*:･🎀

this is how to build a solid after school routine, requested by an anonie (yk who u are) a routine that'll not only help u to be as productive as u can but to also do so in a way that doesn't drain u bcuz school is exhausting.

do ur homework as soon as u get home : dont put it off and do it during the nighttime, or the day thats its due. do ur homework as soon as u get it (aim to finish homework during school) but if u can't do that then as soon as u get home do ur homework.

if u find it difficult to stay focused and do ur homework as soon as u get home bcuz ur so tired and exhausted from school, i would recommend going to a cafe, or the library, a place where u CANNOT fall asleep so that then u have no choice but to get ur schoolwork done.

a little boost of energy : for me, i do pilates in the morning before school because it releases endorphins and gives me energy to start my day. if u need some extra energy, go for a walk, go to the gym, or take a short power nap. dont consume caffeine in the afternoon -> evening period bcuz it usually makes u unable to get quality sleep

make an agenda : i have an agenda for every single day of the week with important things i need to get done in order to manage my time well. spread our ur tasks throughout the day. some helpful agenda tools that i like to use are : notion and the notes app

put a big chunk of time towards urself : do all of ur tasks so that then once they're finished u have a huge chunk of time for urself. to practice a hobby that u have, practice self care, or just simply relax bcuz making time to do those things is just as important as ur studies

depending on how much time u have to work with you'll have to adjust accordingly but the basic formula to make an effective after school routine is : homework or studying (complete at school if u can) + replenish energy + time for urself, ur hobbies, and things outside of school.

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How to use time efficiently with many interests and work commitments.

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Being productive, making the most of the 24 hours of our day and getting a high ROI back is your goal, but your daily schedule and the endless appointments that you have make you too tired to get work done, let you feel like you have no free time, no time to even study, and you have to spend countless all nighters to get your work done questioning yourself why you chose so many activities/ extracurricular's etc. in the first place and all the free time you have your essentially doomscrolying it away making you more unmotivated.

This is a guide on how you can use your time efficiently and get a huge ROI back without feeling exhausted/tired and finding enough time to study thoroughly, getting your work done without loosing your passion for other things and doing your hobbies.

So the first thing you have to do is to go to a regular week and observe when you have free time, when you are binge-watching shows, doomscroll or when you are so unmotivated that you don't want to do your work, study, do your homework etc. and also what tasks do you have when you go to work/school when you come back, clubs meetings etc. So everything you do regularly in the week

Lastly in this week you have to identify a Prime time where you are the most productive so you can plan your tasks around it.

A list can look like this:

Observation

Monday: Going home from work/school at 16:30 - one hour free time - until I have to go to extracurriculars/ course etc.

Tuesday

Wednesday

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Prime time: Weekdays 10-12pm Weekend 9-12am

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So, after you got the times where you are doing nothing/ wasting your time you have to start listing all the tasks and events you have, then categorize them based on importance and urgency.

For this you can use the Eisenhower-matrix

where you organize your work and projects into four categories: Important and Urgent, Important but Not Urgent, Urgent but Not Important, Not Urgent and Not Important.

The Eisenhower matrix, also known as the Urgent-Important matrix, is a time management strategy that helps you prioritize tasks based on urgency and importance.

The matrix has 4 quadrants or sections:

Important and Urgent: These tasks need immediate attention.

Important but not urgent: These are high priority items.

Urgent but not important: These are things that are time-sensitive but can often be delegated.

Not urgent and not important: These are activities that can either be delayed or removed from the list entirely.

example:

Planning your week in a strategic way

First you should Collect your observations in a 24 hours weekly planner like this and highlight the free time zones you have and also plan your regular sleeping time mine is from 10 to 5:30 am

How to fill the free-spots:

Start by allocating time for high-priority tasks, then move on to lower priority ones, and finally use remaining time for recreation.

Place the high priority task in the (near the) prime time

If there are regular recurring tasks like homework hobbies etc. you should put it in a designated time slot

Try to avoid overworking yourself and prioritize your mental health.

Remember to take breaks in between tasks and give yourself a reward after completing something difficult or time consuming.

It's basically time blocking which is a method where you divide and schedule your day into focused intervals with no distractions

How to do the most in the weekend

After such a full week doing all your tasks you're obviously going to be tired and unmotivated to do anything. But the workload isn't going to get smaller but bigger in the next week, so you have to at least get something done. But do not force yourself to be 100% productive in the weekend because we all need some rest and constantly overworking yourself is unhealthy and also doesn't give you a good ROI in the long run.

Here are some methods that I've tried categorized in three levels: high; medium and low level depending on the mood you're in.

High level methods

The first method I suggest you to do is a method that is called Batch Tasking by Grouping

With this technique, you group similar tasks together and complete them in batches.

For example, you can have a morning batch of 'work-related tasks', an afternoon batch of 'personal tasks', and an evening batch of 'leisure tasks'.

This method can be useful for individuals who are motivated by completing multiple similar tasks at the same time, and it helps to avoid task switching and maintain a clear sense of purpose in your workflow.

The second method is the the "Marathon Mindset" technique

It's a method where you set a specific amount of time, say 3-4 hours, to focus intensely on completing your tasks. During this time, you can take short breaks (around 10 minutes) to prevent burnout, but the focus is on maintaining a steady work rate for the entire duration.

This technique can help you complete difficult tasks, and it's excellent for individuals who get into a 'flow' state when working on a project.

Medium level methods:

time boxing

This involves setting a timer for a specific amount of work, and once the timer goes off, you move onto the next task, no matter how much work was done. This helps create a sense of urgency and focus.

Time Boxing and Activity Swapping technique

Here, you set a short amount of time, say 15 minutes, for each task you want to complete. Once the timer goes off, you take a 5 minute break before moving onto the next activity.

But here's where it gets different: Each time you finish a task, you swap to a completely different activity than the last one. For example, after writing an email, you could do some calisthenics, then after that some cleaning, and so on.

This technique is great for individuals who struggle with task boredom

Low level methods

Focus on your "1 Thing"

it means working on the most important task each day, the "one thing" that'll move you closer to your goals. Once you've completed that 'One Thing' you can move onto the next.

This technique will help you to avoid multitasking and stay motivated, focusing your energies on completing the most crucial tasks first

Focus Sprint and Rest

Here, you work in intense 15-minute sprints, followed by a short 5 minute break. You repeat the routine 2-4 times before taking a longer break of around 15-30 minutes.

You can alternate between tasks or stay focused on one, depending on your preferences. This method is great for individuals who prefer shorter bursts of intense work, with short but regular breaks for a quick boost in energy.

Priority Power Hour

Using this technique, you dedicate a specific time of day, say 1 hour, to working on your most important and difficult tasks. Optimally this should be your power hour During this power hour, you commit to nothing else except completing these high-priority tasks.

The rest of your day can be spent doing less important tasks or working on other passions. The key benefit of this technique is that it allows you to stay focused and productive during your most efficient times of the day, while avoiding burnout.

Some last general tips

First, you should set achievable goals. This means breaking big tasks into small ones. This is very helpful if you have a big project that you have to do because the task load doesn't overwhelm you as much when you break aspects e.g. research as doing the whole project in a couple days and being very stressed.

Then you should limit distractions like your mobile etc. I would pack those things to another room so that they are not in front of your eye which makes you less likely to use them and get distracted. Also you should try to minimize multitasking because it diverts your attention on too many tasks and topics which makes your work imprecise and actually costs more time because you have to get into the thought process of topic 1 again.

Start with the end in mind. Define what you want to achieve during your sessions. Having clear goals helps you stay focused.

It's also important to schedule short breaks in the work session especially if you have many things to do to prevent burnout.

You should also have a monthly overview of important tasks separatly in a calendar

Regularly review your time management strategies and adjust them as needed. What's working? What needs improvement?

Lastly you should give yourself some rewards if you completed a difficult and important task to make you more motivate for more tasks

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Next time I'm feeling down on poetry I need to remember to go through my #poetry tag, there's some good shit in there! Or shit I like, which honestly is more important to me

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The Day Before Forever

It’s here. The day before our wedding.I can hardly believe I’m even typing those words. Tomorrow, I get to marry the love of my life… and today, we bring the vision of that day to life.Because I’ve taken the DIY route, today is full-on go mode. From decorations to final details, I’ll be spending the day with some of the most amazing people in my life, setting up everything for the big day. And…

[fisheito]

If you ever feel insecure about your yapping just know that I binged your entire account for the past few hours and I was hooked. Like your account to me is what cocomelon is to toddlers you have no idea how happy you make my overly stressed student heart 😔❤ (Anon because I have anxiety (for now))

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....huh. guess i've amassed quite a hoard. porntime surely does fly....swim.move fast

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Guess who’s graduating from university in approx two weeks time??

This guy!

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[financia012]

How Do You Manage Screen Time for Yourself? Tips for Digital Balance

Feeling like you’re spending too much time on screens? 📱💻 As a blogger and web developer, I know how easy it is to get lost in digital work. Managing screen time is essential for focus, productivity, and mental well-being! 🌱 In my latest post, I’m sharing tips to help you create a healthier balance—like setting screen-free hours, practicing the 20-20-20 rule, and prioritizing offline activities. Check it out and start taking control of your screen time! ⏳👀✨

How do you manage screen time for yourself? Introduction: Why Screen Time Management Matters In today’s digital world, screen time has become an essential part of daily life, especially for bloggers and web developers who rely on technology to create and communicate. But too much screen time can lead to burnout, fatigue, and a lack of focus. So how do you manage screen time effectively while…

[straycatj]

Recently, one of Oliver Clegg’s “works” came to my attention again.

It left me with deep pain and sadness.

I have no intention of blaming the person who posted it, nor those who informed me. But—

Please take a moment to imagine:

What if a photo you love—of something, someone, or some animal you hold dear—

was traced without permission, presented as someone else’s artwork, renamed, and

spread further by well-meaning people, ultimately generating income for someone else?

This is not just between me and him. It could happen to any of us, at any time, with someone like him.

I have consulted a lawyer specializing in international copyright through a project supported by Japan’s Agency for Cultural Affairs.

I understand some people still say “it’s not a big deal.”

That is exactly why I’d like to share a few facts:

His actions are tracing, which is different from imitation or reference.

At least for my photo, this cannot be considered fair use.

His website is accessible from Japan, and therefore infringes upon Japanese copyright.

My rights are protected internationally under the Berne Convention.

I am not trying to stop anyone from appreciating his work.

But I do want the facts to be recognized.

Oliver Clegg is still clearly and deliberately violating both the law and the rights of individuals.

As those who follow my work may know, neither of my cats is named “Rocky.”

I have identified at least seven of his images as traced.

On April 30th (JST), I informed his gallery and requested an investigation.

I sent a follow-up on May 3rd, asking for a response by the end of business on May 6th (local time).

To date, I have received no reply.

Perhaps they believe the words of a Japanese blogger are not worth acknowledging.

So be it.

Let me be clear: I am not seeking compensation or an apology.

All I want is for people to understand that this is a repeated pattern of appropriation.

Among the seven traced works:

One is my own photo.

One is the work of Staice Shitanda, as shared with me.

One is a Getty-managed image. If that is the only image he sought permission for, it would suggest a disregard for individual rights.

One is a published book image.

One comes from a private blog, even if it later became a meme.

One appears across Pinterest and social media, but originates from an individual's SNS post.

One features a well-known Japanese cat, for which I personally contacted their official in 2023 and was told they had never been approached by Clegg.

These images all match in composition and linework, and cannot reasonably be considered imitation or reference.

While I will not repost the artwork or comparison images here, I am prepared to share my documentation with media or art professionals who wish to investigate further.

2025.5.7　straycatj

[chronicallychlo]

Day Six...

Positive Monday today! Good day at work, and even had enough energy to clean my bathroom this evening (after a rest of course). I have been using Kanban Flow, which is a time management website, and honestly since my Neurodiversity Work Coach recommended it to me 6 weeks ago, it really has been a life changer. 10/10 would recommend to anyone (and it's free!). Also took part in my work's Mental Health staff support group, which was lovely. It's always reassuring to converse with people who really do understand you, and speak openly in an environnment free of judgement. Obviously there is a full-moon coming, so I'm aware the burst of energy and accomplishments is down to that, but I am grateful nonetheless.

Today was good, and I am so ready for the rest of the week.

[lavandamichelle]

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The Dishwasher Dilemma: Life Lessons in Soapy Water 💧 🧼

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