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Operation Outsource
Big companies do it, so why can't we? If you feel that there are not enough hours in the day to get what you need to done, this may be a perfect method of self care for you.
Here are some ideas on things that you could outsource:
- If all adults in your home work full or even part-time, a house
 cleaning service is not a luxury but a necessity. Having someone clean your toilets, do a thorough vacuuming, or power clean your kitchen can give you back your weekends AND help you avoid those fights over who is doing more. - Do you get your clothes dry cleaned? If so, switch to one that picks up and delivers your clothing so that you can take one more thing off your to-do list.
- Spend too much time searching for the perfect greeting card or feeling stressed because you didn't remember to send that birthday card? Try Tickled Pink Greeting Cards. Lori can design cards to order, prepare a whole year of cards for you and send them on time, and help you organize your greeting card needs.
- Speaking of organizing, how about outsourcing that organizing job you have been putting off? In the Kansas City area check out Absolutely Organized or Sally's Professional Organizing Services for help.
- Unless you love gardening or lawn care, or use those tasks for stress management or exercise, you might want to save your precious time by hiring a neighborhood kid or lawn service to do the work.
- It might seem like too much of a luxury but does the idea of outsourcing your grocery shopping appeal to you? For $15.00 you can get next day delivery of everything you want. "Google" grocery delivery and the name of your city to find a service that fits your needs.
Before you totally disregard the above suggestions out of hand because you think you can't afford the added expense, take a few minutes to think about the value of your time and energy. Imagine your elevated mood if you could get one of these tasks off your to-do list. Outsourcing can be your way of taking special care of yourself! |
