004 Prioritize Like a Pro-The Jar of Life Analogy Hack
Do you feel like your homeschool day is a chaotic scramble? You wake up with a to-do list a mile long and haven’t even made a dent by bedtime? Here, I will walk you through the steps of categorizing tasks into rocks (essential tasks), pebbles (important but not essential tasks), and water (the unexpected). By prioritizing rocks and pebbles first, homeschool moms can ensure they spend their time on what matters most.
Key Takeaways:
- The "Jar of Life" analogy helps visualize how to prioritize tasks and schedule your day.
- Rocks represent the most important, non-negotiable tasks (e.g., lesson plans, core subjects, quality time with kids).
- Pebbles are necessary but not essential tasks (e.g., extracurricular activities, some chores).
- Sand represents minor priorities and fillers (e.g., social media scrolling, and non-essential errands).
- Water represents the unexpected things that come up throughout the day.
Action Steps:
- Identify your homeschooling "big rocks" (essential subjects and activities).
- Schedule your big rocks first in your day.
- Categorize other tasks as pebbles or sand.
- See how much space is left in your schedule for sand and adjust accordingly.
- Be flexible and prepared for the unexpected ("water").
Take some time this week to identify your big rocks and start prioritizing your day using the Jar of Life analogy. Spend time on what matters most and reduce time on the things that don’t.
Book a virtual coffee chat with Erika:
To carry on the conversation, join our Facebook group:
For daily insights and inspirations, follow us on Instagram:
Or even more, subscribe to our YouTube channel:
To learn more about the work we do at Hope Learning Center, check out our website:
