{"id":11380,"date":"2023-05-04T05:02:19","date_gmt":"2023-05-04T10:02:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/professional-organizer.com\/WordPress\/?p=11380"},"modified":"2023-04-16T12:45:15","modified_gmt":"2023-04-16T17:45:15","slug":"ways-to-thrive-during-the-especially-busy-month-of-may","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/professional-organizer.com\/WordPress\/ways-to-thrive-during-the-especially-busy-month-of-may\/","title":{"rendered":"Ways to Thrive During the Especially Busy Month of May"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"11388\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/professional-organizer.com\/WordPress\/ways-to-thrive-during-the-especially-busy-month-of-may\/b8702164-2ff2-4396-a863-37805650168a\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/professional-organizer.com\/WordPress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/B8702164-2FF2-4396-A863-37805650168A.png?fit=1080%2C1080&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1080,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"B8702164-2FF2-4396-A863-37805650168A\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/professional-organizer.com\/WordPress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/B8702164-2FF2-4396-A863-37805650168A.png?fit=1030%2C1030&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-11388\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/professional-organizer.com\/WordPress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/B8702164-2FF2-4396-A863-37805650168A.png?resize=300%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Ways to thrive\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/professional-organizer.com\/WordPress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/B8702164-2FF2-4396-A863-37805650168A.png?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/professional-organizer.com\/WordPress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/B8702164-2FF2-4396-A863-37805650168A.png?resize=1030%2C1030&amp;ssl=1 1030w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/professional-organizer.com\/WordPress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/B8702164-2FF2-4396-A863-37805650168A.png?resize=80%2C80&amp;ssl=1 80w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/professional-organizer.com\/WordPress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/B8702164-2FF2-4396-A863-37805650168A.png?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/professional-organizer.com\/WordPress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/B8702164-2FF2-4396-A863-37805650168A.png?resize=36%2C36&amp;ssl=1 36w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/professional-organizer.com\/WordPress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/B8702164-2FF2-4396-A863-37805650168A.png?resize=180%2C180&amp;ssl=1 180w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/professional-organizer.com\/WordPress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/B8702164-2FF2-4396-A863-37805650168A.png?resize=705%2C705&amp;ssl=1 705w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/professional-organizer.com\/WordPress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/B8702164-2FF2-4396-A863-37805650168A.png?resize=120%2C120&amp;ssl=1 120w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/professional-organizer.com\/WordPress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/B8702164-2FF2-4396-A863-37805650168A.png?resize=450%2C450&amp;ssl=1 450w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/professional-organizer.com\/WordPress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/B8702164-2FF2-4396-A863-37805650168A.png?w=1080&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The beginning of this year ushered in especially busy times. We are heading into the month of May with celebrations, graduations, and special occasions. Like Thanksgiving and the holidays, we have more to do. It is easy to get overwhelmed by all there is happening.\u00a0There are many ways to thrive and be specially organized during extremely busy times.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Your planner is your road map.<\/h3>\n<p>Your planner is your most important trusted tool for being proactive in busy times. Keep your planner up to date as details come in about family celebrations and special events. Look ahead to the upcoming week and be proactive about planning for the weeks ahead. Each day prioritize a list of your three most important tasks to keep on track. Use a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hgtv.com\/content\/dam\/documents\/HGTV_All-Occasion-Party-Planning-Checklist_Camille-Styles.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">checklist<\/a> to help with tasks and deadlines. Make notes, make lists, and set time blocks to get stuff done. Set a weekly planning time to be sure you are progressing in all areas.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Do your best to maintain self-care routines.<\/h3>\n<p>Taking care of yourself helps you do your best. Do the best you can to keep consistent wake-up and going-to-bed times.\u00a0Drink lots of water to hydrate, get outside for sunshine, and walk as much as you can. Stay true to your exercise routine. <a href=\"https:\/\/professional-organizer.com\/WordPress\/being-your-best-self-in-this-crazy-mixed-up-upside-down-world\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Self-care<\/a> will be your steady guide during busy, fun, crazy times.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Celebrate and be in the moment.<\/h3>\n<p>Moments we cherish happen when we steer clear of distractions. Stepping away from work, and being in the moment, gives us rare opportunities to connect. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/explain\/2023\/01\/01\/well\/happiness-challenge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Celebrate<\/a> every small win with gratitude. Share the joy with a handwritten card or special conversation. These moments build lifelong memories.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Build a bigger team<\/h3>\n<p>Being the party planner doesn\u2019t mean you have to miss the fun. Ask for and accept help in all ways and forms. Teens can build a playlist and set up music, attendees can put up and stack chairs, and catering comes in all forms. Have groceries, treats, and party supplies delivered. Look around for ways to make everything easy for you and find support to get stuff done.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Being organized brings you joy during these bustling times. 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