It's very rare i don't know anyone as Organized and productive as me. And i was not taught anything positive in my childhood all i saw was lack addiction and abuse. I was born this way so not everyone has to be taught since i can remember i was on it. ❤ born this way!
I must have watched thousands of videos since I got into TH-cam many years ago and I have never, EVER watched something like this that was so helpful and amazing! Oh wow! So many TH-cam or's are posting how to make your calendar and what kind of stickers to put on it how to customize it according to your mood and all that foofoo stuff, but nobody ever talks about the real stuff: The hard part of day-to-day life and organizing it. Thank you Tracy! You are wonderful to help us! 🙏🏼❤️
I’m telling you. This comment was 3 years ago and the struggle to find someone who is not just demonstrating how to use sticker and fun stuff in their calendar is real. This video is what I’ve been looking for after 400 videos later. 🥺
Great tips. Keep in mind not evryone is a morning person. I am super energized and inspired at night. No matter how many years I have tried everything to be a "morning person", it just is not meant to be.
Honestly you are goals. I watch at least 1 of your explanation videos everysingle day for the past week, and its like ive woken up. Ive got spirit again. Im a stay at home mother dealing with PPD and its been a struggle for the past 2 years. I get better and then i get worse. This is the quickest ive ever felt myself become restored with vigor because of your videos. I was taught all of these things when i was a child but slowly forgot them as I got older. I feel powerful. Thank you so much❤🙌⭐
Thank you Hayden! What a wonderful message! I LOVE that you are feeling restored by watching my videos. God Bless YOU!! Keep up the positive attitude and push through all the struggles and make 2019 a meaningful and fulfilling year! Be the ROCK for yourself!! Merry Christmas!!! xo
Wow. I'll be 50 in a few months... Haven't dedicated myself to the structure of calendar and time blocking. I just roll in and out of every day. Time for a change, to maximize my efforts. Thanks for sharing!
I already had that down. I get up at 4. My plan is to drink coffee, take meds meditate and do yoga. Some how it's always 9 by the time I'm done. Lol so even those first 5 hrs have a significantly problem
"You have to phase yourself out of a job as a parent." Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!!!!! So wonderful to hear another mother say this along with me 💖💖💖 I raised 5 of my own children and from very young I started that process. They are all strong, independent, productive, happy and healthy individuals some with families now and they thank me for getting them ready to be on their own,
Appreciate video content! Excuse me for the intrusion, I am interested in your initial thoughts. Have you heard about - Mahorrla Control Clutter Method (search on google)? It is a great one of a kind guide for decluttering your home without the hard work. Ive heard some decent things about it and my good mate called Gray got astronomical results with it.
I'm a Dave Ramsey follower too! "You are the same person today as you were yesterday.....except for the people you meet and the books that you read." I'm so glad I found you on TH-cam. I schedule my work day but not my personal time. Thank you for the helpful ideas in this video. God Bless you.
After a lengthy and in depth research on you tube I have decided to follow two channels for life/time management. Ms. Hensel you are one of them. You do not waste time, talk to the point and your videos are full of actual helpful information. Thank you, for being real and effective.
Love this video! I've followed a system very similar to this for about 5 years. I make a TO DO List monthly, weekly and daily that all leads to accomplishing my monthly goals. it works and isn't so daunting broken down like that!
Omg I love women like this, the do-everything-for-everyone mom who manage to make incredible dinners, look gorgeous and shower everyday, and still keep it all cool while crushing her business. I mean I'll never be done up so well, but I love seeing these women who are! Honestly, you're the kind who's husband and children better know what he's got, because she can pickup and go any time she pleases.
Hi Tracy!! This is so helpful. I waste so much time at night and need more structure to accomplish more. I'm going out purchase a calendar today and look for the daily to do lists. Loving all your videos so much!!!!!
Having a good calendar system and generating a daily To-Do List should definitely help you get more structure in your life and as a result you will find yourself to be more productive. Keep me posted on how it works for you!
Four things I took from this video: 1) block scheduling, 2) "what do you want in life and what are you doing daily to get there?"3) tell time what to do 4) write down vitamins on the to do list. Thank you! Nice job!
It is so nice to find an actual woman who is doing planning videos. There are so many girls doing planning videos and its more about the stickers that they use than actually figuring and planning things out. I am so happy that I found someone that Has kids and an actual job that they have to work around. And you do it beautifully!
Ashley, thank you! I love this. Yes, I have no time for stickers. Planning can be an art ... but not sticker art. Art, as in a 'verb' or 'action'. Appreciate you comment! happy New Year!
Excellent advice! I wish you were around when I was raising my kids! My life would've been so much easier, and my two sons, which I love more than life itself, would've learned the proper lessons in life. Now I feel like I failed them, and also failed myself.
What you do on a daily basis matters more than what you do once in a while. This is very family friendly. Simple enough for kids. Also I love your accent. ;)
Tracy, I found your channel at a time in my life where I am recognizing the need to seed good habits into my life involving organizing myself and keeping a calendar if I truly want to succeed as an entrepreneur. I learned how beneficial it can be to have a mastermind on your side to keep ourselves on track and moving in the direction we wish to go. Thank you for being that voice that I needed when I need it it! You are very much appreciated!
So wonderful to find you today. I am a grandmother blessed with 11 grandchildren up and down the East Coast and a full time childlike Dog. Iv'e used the monthly calendar, but would like to hear more about how to actually get it done. . (Prioritizing/) There just is too much, with family travelling, DH's seldom being home.,etc. I can get it all down on paper, but I have no follow through. Will be watching, Thank you for your talent!
I take photos of appointment cards and flyers and then recycle them. Amen to dividing up tasks and chores. When had assigned chores which my kiddos needed to figure out in their schedule when to complete (once they were in junior high-I helped I their younger years to identify available time). We rotated the task lists every few months so that every one had experience doing those tasks -skill building
I absolutely love your idea about raising adults! My mom used to say that all the time to my brother and I and now we're very independent and have high expectations. :P
Have been following you for a couple of years but this video just popped up - excellent video!! We do very similar with family wall calendar (I have used the one from Fly Lady for years - nice big boxes). Instead of highlighters we use erasable pens in different colors. This way we are color coded but can move or delete things if needed. Thx is definitely!!
Hi Tracy! This is an oldie, but a goodie!! I’ve watched it before but I’m so glad I watched again. It will definitely be on repeat for me as I fine tune my system. Thank you❤
Tracy just watched your video on time management .I realised my limitations and I plan to work under a structured format . Indeed to change myself and in turn benefit my family.
Tracy, just found your channel, and loving it. I really need to find help to organize my time and as a single parent that works 50 hours a week I struggle to find the time to do it all - lawn care, house cleaning, - after school lessons, church, doctors appointments, etc. Hopefully I can adapt your system in a way that will make it work for me.
Love this!! Something that has helped with me in addition to the paper calendar and phone calendar is a binder. I have my 6 year old daughter's school year in a binder all secrioned out. It is a good reference and helps with the paper clutter!! Looking forward to more of your tips!
This is GREAT! Thank you for sharing! I have a binder, as well. I will pull it out and show everyone how I use it. I bet it's in a similar way! Love your support! Have a GREAT weekend!!! xx
Tracy, I adore your videos and all your tips and advice. I wish I had you in my life as a friend. I use your advice even on my own without children etc. but it works so well. THANK YOU!! XX
There is actually a lot of scientific proof validating the methods you talk about. These principles are so universal, Cal Newport talks about similar principles in his book 'Deep Work' except he's a computer science professor! I'm a university student and these methods are extremely helpful. They really should be teaching these things in school.
Raising adults- love this! My parents definitely did this and now that I'm married and hopefully starting a family soon, I completely agree with that type of parenting.
The long awaited organization video💚💜! I am great about keeping myself organized and scheduled....definitely lacking on the family aspect of it! My kids (at home) are 19 & 14, so there's not much going on for them, but they also don't DO much to help at home. I need to change that! Thanks for sharing, Tracy! XO
Thank you Leigh! Appreciate you sharing and contributing! It's easier to let the kids slip. I think sometimes we just don't want to deal with all the grumbling!! I know for myself, it gets that way! Then I tell myself, "No, this is good for them!" "This is healthy!" Keep up the good work and have a GREAT weekend!!! xx
One more thing, may I suggest a video series dedicated to teenage girls? Perhaps you could work with a teenage "apprentice" who can assist you in the series! Food for thought!
Thank you Kristine! It's easy to get derailed. Now that I work from home, I have had to really force the discipline. I see something that needs to be cleaned or organized ... and the distraction begins. Implementing Block Scheduling has really put a halt to that weakness. I block time in my day for random stuff. This is to use to do whatever I see fit ... even if it is 15 minutes. That allows me to tackle something that I may see that needs to be done. The discipline - I have to do it during the allowed time block period. Then walk away and move on to what the next block is telling me to do. Thank for the contribution. Have a GREAT weekend!! xx
Hi Tracy! I would love to see your weekend schedule (or scheduling fun time), meal planning, and how to get back on track after getting derailed. Thank you for your videos!
This video is so adorable ♥️ I love your voice!! I been having a paper calendar for about 2 yrs for myself. I usually mostly input things I’ve already done. I’m going to start following your advice and really plan weeks ahead! When I start my own family I will definitely implement this method! You’re videos are some of the most useful on TH-cam!!!!
The whole video I was like Preach! You are amazing. I love you. I have always been crazy about color coding, organization, and trying to make life more structured. Found my mom.
Hi Tracy, I tried doing this several times but it didn't work. Thanks for the explanation this really for me. I am going to use your approach this time around. Thanks for sharing. God bless you
I take of picture of the papers if more information for the event is needed that does not fit on the calendar. That way you’re not trying to remember what you’re suppose to take, what time it, is where it is and contact information.
Love this! Your kids must be at least in elementary school at this point. My oldest is a kindergartner, but she and the toddler are helpful with certain chores (ok the toddler is “helpful”). I’m wondering what tips you might have for folks with littles? My youngest is 6 months... talk about distracting! Lol.
great video Tracy - one of my favorite topics! I love organization but with the sheer volume of work I have to do at my job (playing many roles right now) it's been such a struggle to keep on top of everything that I don't even have time to look at my task list. I know I need to start implementing the blocks of time before I have another panic attack at work. this was a good reminder to do this sooner than later.
Thank you Heather! I love hearing about other methods of organization, as well. I think the block scheduling would help tremendously. Worth giving it a shot! Good luck!
You already know how much I love you Tracey! I cover you in prayer everyday because I want God to continue to use you to bless others as well as your family. Be blessed beautiful!
Rewatching this for inspiration and motivation. Love your systems and videos and admire you. What are your thoughts on: what do you do when your spouse doesn’t support that system? Not talking about not doing the chores or following the calendar, but spiritually. If they are not supportive of you trying to schedule/organize your life, find it too rigid? You end up on completely different schedules because you want to be up early and get on with things. They “sabotage” your plans, most often unwillingly. You may end up living separate lives because you do your own thing and so do they. I sometimes feel relationships get in the way of achieving life goals, developing a business etc. and I don’t know how to handle that. If they won’t follow or support you, do you carry on regardless at the risk of tensions within the family and resentment on both parts?
Thank you! I appreciate the supportive message regarding my content and you sharing your admiration. After reading your situation with your husband a lot came up for me and I definitely have thoughts. Unfortunately, I cannot be of help or support without knowing more about you, your husband and what the goals are. I strongly encourage you to consider to work with me or another Certified Professional Coach. I think this would be most beneficial. You can check out my coaching services here: henselcoachingandconsulting.com/
Thank you Tracy. I am a naturally goal - oriented, focused, and organised person. I'm both shocked and simply amazed at how discombobulated people are in their lives. Thank you so much for sharing your life's wisdom. I adore your channel, tips, and tricks for a happy, healthy, blessed, and beautiful life. God bless you!
Tracy thank you so much for the information. I am so glad l ran across your channel. You gave me food for thought. l am going to try and incorporate your scheduling methods into my planner. I am looking forward to watching more of your videos. Thanks again!
Hi Tracy, I have 3 boys - 6, 4, and 2 year old. I love your systems so much! I am just now getting to a place where I am trying to implement better ways of doing things at home. But love all your content...I feel like it will take me my whole life to get to where you are lol
One day at a time, Jennifer! You are at a busy and overwhelming stage. You will be happy that you are implementing systems while they are young. It will pay off later. Thank you for your lovely and supportive comment. Happy Mother's Day!
I found your channel a few days ago and I am binge watching all your videos. My favourite so far is the classy lady one, incredible tips! I also love the Wine down Wednesdays, they're awesome and funny! Please make more of these! Cheers from Montreal, Quebec xx
I always love your helpful information Tracy! I am wondering though, I do keep certain papers, like wedding invitations for example. I have a 1-31 day file and I write the event on my paper calendar but then I put the invitation into the file because then I have the location, the wedding gift website, etc. to refer to without writing all of the details of the event on my calendar. Also, I love the idea of the Cozy App. I never knew it's possible to print something from my phone!
I have bigger blocks. 6am-9am PERSONAL PLAN. Workout, shower, etc. 9am-noon MORNING MADNESS. It's all about the kids. Noon-4pm Work, if it's not my day of actual part time job I Work on chipping away at working at organizing. Catch up things if needed. Projects I'm doing. Etc. 4pm-7pm FUNCTIONAL FAMILY. Dinner, activities, fun time, chores. Etc. 7pm-9pm BEST BEDTIME starting with kids before adults. Each week bullet points for each Time to check off. List what each time slot is for.
Your video gave me an idea regarding childen bringing home paperwork besides homework. Have a folder and a sign in sheet for the kids and the kids leave it in a specific spot so you can look at it and review it. I think I may do this for myself.
its really wonderful to find you here on you tube, to have a woman who inspires me, as well some one i can aspire to be alike... you are a great role model and if more women were like you it would be a wonderful world. Thankyou for all your info, and all your hints, tips, and for being there :)
So glad I found you today you are inspiring and motivating, I have gotten beat down with the failure to plan you are so very right about the kids my boys tend to ignore me when I ask for chores to get done etc it is all on me and I'm drained! I am looking forward to more videos on this area as well as beauty content
Welcome Amanda! Glad to have you here. Appreciate your sharing how my videos are motivating and inspiring. Thank you! Yes, kids will take advantage of us and suck the life out of us ...if we let them.
Hi Jenny! I will be tied up the rest fo today, teaching a class and spending time this evening with family. I will see if I can get on tomorrow. I have not mapped out my day, yet.
Thanks for helping the women out there who haven't learned a proper healthy family life structure in their childhood. Love all the videos.
It's very rare i don't know anyone as Organized and productive as me. And i was not taught anything positive in my childhood all i saw was lack addiction and abuse. I was born this way so not everyone has to be taught since i can remember i was on it. ❤ born this way!
This video is 5 years old and I still love it! I’ve watched your planning videos over and over. Thank you.
I’m Re-watching this in 2024 - this video is so good !!!
I agree with you about "pacing myself" if I have too much to do too many days in a row... I will have a meltdown emotional and physically.
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I must have watched thousands of videos since I got into TH-cam many years ago and I have never, EVER watched something like this that was so helpful and amazing! Oh wow! So many TH-cam or's are posting how to make your calendar and what kind of stickers to put on it how to customize it according to your mood and all that foofoo stuff, but nobody ever talks about the real stuff: The hard part of day-to-day life and organizing it. Thank you Tracy! You are wonderful to help us! 🙏🏼❤️
I agree,they focus on decorating and it seems exhausting
I’m telling you. This comment was 3 years ago and the struggle to find someone who is not just demonstrating how to use sticker and fun stuff in their calendar is real. This video is what I’ve been looking for after 400 videos later. 🥺
Great tips. Keep in mind not evryone is a morning person. I am super energized and inspired at night. No matter how many years I have tried everything to be a "morning person", it just is not meant to be.
bz2unow Yes, I am definitely that way too!!!
Honestly you are goals. I watch at least 1 of your explanation videos everysingle day for the past week, and its like ive woken up. Ive got spirit again. Im a stay at home mother dealing with PPD and its been a struggle for the past 2 years. I get better and then i get worse. This is the quickest ive ever felt myself become restored with vigor because of your videos. I was taught all of these things when i was a child but slowly forgot them as I got older. I feel powerful. Thank you so much❤🙌⭐
Thank you Hayden! What a wonderful message! I LOVE that you are feeling restored by watching my videos. God Bless YOU!! Keep up the positive attitude and push through all the struggles and make 2019 a meaningful and fulfilling year! Be the ROCK for yourself!! Merry Christmas!!! xo
Wow. I'll be 50 in a few months... Haven't dedicated myself to the structure of calendar and time blocking. I just roll in and out of every day. Time for a change, to maximize my efforts. Thanks for sharing!
I am certainly enjoying your comments!! I got a good chuckle out of this one! I LOVE your honesty! Keep it up!!
I'm impressed with anyone who gets up before 6:30. Good for you!
I already had that down. I get up at 4. My plan is to drink coffee, take meds meditate and do yoga. Some how it's always 9 by the time I'm done. Lol so even those first 5 hrs have a significantly problem
"You have to phase yourself out of a job as a parent." Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!!!!! So wonderful to hear another mother say this along with me 💖💖💖 I raised 5 of my own children and from very young I started that process. They are all strong, independent, productive, happy and healthy individuals some with families now and they thank me for getting them ready to be on their own,
Nancy, thank you for sharing this!!! AWESOME JOB ... GOOD and FAITHFUL Mother!! felt an energy just reading this!! Bless you!!
Nancy Nurse I'm not a mom but this quote really resonated with me also I think it's such a healthy way of looking at motherhood/parenthood!
Appreciate video content! Excuse me for the intrusion, I am interested in your initial thoughts. Have you heard about - Mahorrla Control Clutter Method (search on google)? It is a great one of a kind guide for decluttering your home without the hard work. Ive heard some decent things about it and my good mate called Gray got astronomical results with it.
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I’m a mother of two toddlers and two jobs, thank you so much for your organizational videos and your graceful personality!
I'm a Dave Ramsey follower too! "You are the same person today as you were yesterday.....except for the people you meet and the books that you read." I'm so glad I found you on TH-cam. I schedule my work day but not my personal time. Thank you for the helpful ideas in this video. God Bless you.
Hi Kimberly! Thank you so much for this wonderful message! It really brightened my day!! God's Blessings right back at ya!! xx
After a lengthy and in depth research on you tube I have decided to follow two channels for life/time management. Ms. Hensel you are one of them. You do not waste time, talk to the point and your videos are full of actual helpful information. Thank you, for being real and effective.
Thank you! God Bless! I appreciate your comment more than I can express!
ranabhola just wondering, who is the other TH-camr? I am enjoying Dominique Sanche and Amy Landino as well as Tracy of course 😊
I start every year with a calendar....old fashion still,but i tend to not use it after a few days. This is very clear and easy to follow...thank you!!
Love this video! I've followed a system very similar to this for about 5 years. I make a TO DO List monthly, weekly and daily that all leads to accomplishing my monthly goals. it works and isn't so daunting broken down like that!
I do use the color code system for my family members on my calender on the fridge, google calender and my planner! It works so well!
Omg I love women like this, the do-everything-for-everyone mom who manage to make incredible dinners, look gorgeous and shower everyday, and still keep it all cool while crushing her business. I mean I'll never be done up so well, but I love seeing these women who are! Honestly, you're the kind who's husband and children better know what he's got, because she can pickup and go any time she pleases.
Hi Tracy!! This is so helpful. I waste so much time at night and need more structure to accomplish more. I'm going out purchase a calendar today and look for the daily to do lists. Loving all your videos so much!!!!!
Having a good calendar system and generating a daily To-Do List should definitely help you get more structure in your life and as a result you will find yourself to be more productive. Keep me posted on how it works for you!
This is my favorite outfit/makeup/hair look on you! Break out this shirt again! I love it!
Thank you! I have worn this dress in a few videos.
Why would ANYONE give you a thumbs down????!!!! You are a phenomenal woman
Thank you Janette! I didn't even know.
Im adding this video to watch later to go back to it over and over THANK YOU
Four things I took from this video: 1) block scheduling, 2) "what do you want in life and what are you doing daily to get there?"3) tell time what to do 4) write down vitamins on the to do list. Thank you! Nice job!
It is so nice to find an actual woman who is doing planning videos. There are so many girls doing planning videos and its more about the stickers that they use than actually figuring and planning things out. I am so happy that I found someone that Has kids and an actual job that they have to work around. And you do it beautifully!
Ashley, thank you! I love this. Yes, I have no time for stickers. Planning can be an art ... but not sticker art. Art, as in a 'verb' or 'action'. Appreciate you comment! happy New Year!
Yes! Yes! Please do the breakdown of each. Look forward to this🙏🏻
Excellent advice!
I wish you were around when I was raising my kids!
My life would've been so much easier, and my two sons, which I love more than life itself, would've learned the proper lessons in life. Now I feel like I failed them, and also failed myself.
I think I just found my favorite TH-camr! I like what you said about doing the non negotiable early like working out.... thank you for this video💕
Bless you!! Appreciate you taking the time to watch. What a beautiful comment!! xx
You rock girl...I'm a calendar girl too! love your scheduling and organizational tips! Excellent tips and strategies! Love your work!
What you do on a daily basis matters more than what you do once in a while. This is very family friendly. Simple enough for kids. Also I love your accent. ;)
Tracy,
I found your channel at a time in my life where I am recognizing the need to seed good habits into my life involving organizing myself and keeping a calendar if I truly want to succeed as an entrepreneur. I learned how beneficial it can be to have a mastermind on your side to keep ourselves on track and moving in the direction we wish to go. Thank you for being that voice that I needed when I need it it!
You are very much appreciated!
Thank you, Daniel! I have considered joining a Mastermind, myself!
Well if its something you are seriously considering maybe we can start a dialogue and brainstorm :)
My Goodness... wish I known this 30 yrs ago... life changing info. Thanks Tracey
So wonderful to find you today. I am a grandmother blessed with 11 grandchildren up and down the East Coast and a full time childlike Dog. Iv'e used the monthly calendar, but would like to hear more about how to actually get it done. . (Prioritizing/) There just is too much, with family travelling, DH's seldom being home.,etc. I can get it all down on paper, but I have no follow through. Will be watching, Thank you for your talent!
Loved this video! I do all these things, but need to stick to my block schedule! Thanks for the inspiration!! ❤
I cannot thank you enough Tracy. This is absolutely what I needed. You've inspirited me! God bless!
I take photos of appointment cards and flyers and then recycle them. Amen to dividing up tasks and chores. When had assigned chores which my kiddos needed to figure out in their schedule when to complete (once they were in junior high-I helped I their younger years to identify available time). We rotated the task lists every few months so that every one had experience doing those tasks -skill building
These tips are so super, Nancy! Sounds very similar to how we have done things in our home! And boy, has it paid off!! Thanks for sharing!!
I absolutely love your idea about raising adults! My mom used to say that all the time to my brother and I and now we're very independent and have high expectations. :P
Have been following you for a couple of years but this video just popped up - excellent video!! We do very similar with family wall calendar (I have used the one from Fly Lady for years - nice big boxes). Instead of highlighters we use erasable pens in different colors. This way we are color coded but can move or delete things if needed. Thx is definitely!!
Hi Tracy! This is an oldie, but a goodie!! I’ve watched it before but I’m so glad I watched again. It will definitely be on repeat for me as I fine tune my system. Thank you❤
Same
I like watching your videos. This doesn't really apply to me because I am just not as busy as you, but I admire how organized you are
Tracy just watched your video on time management .I realised my limitations and I plan to work under a structured format . Indeed to change myself and in turn benefit my family.
Good attitude! I wish you luck!
@@TracyHensel Thank you Tracy .My regards to you .
You are my new favorite person on TH-cam! Thanks for sharing...
My husband Richard passed away 5 months ago... writing things has really really helped me just function at ALL.
Bless u
Tracy, just found your channel, and loving it. I really need to find help to organize my time and as a single parent that works 50 hours a week I struggle to find the time to do it all - lawn care, house cleaning, - after school lessons, church, doctors appointments, etc. Hopefully I can adapt your system in a way that will make it work for me.
Love it! That's what I was looking for. First time I've watched her.
I literally love you! Thank you for your work. God bless you! Love from Texas!
Love this!! Something that has helped with me in addition to the paper calendar and phone calendar is a binder. I have my 6 year old daughter's school year in a binder all secrioned out. It is a good reference and helps with the paper clutter!!
Looking forward to more of your tips!
This is GREAT! Thank you for sharing! I have a binder, as well. I will pull it out and show everyone how I use it. I bet it's in a similar way! Love your support! Have a GREAT weekend!!! xx
Hi Tracy, you are such a fabulous inspirational woman. Loving all your videos, thank you. ❤
What an example for everyone! Wow ! You are really amazing!
Thank you!
Tracy, I adore your videos and all your tips and advice. I wish I had you in my life as a friend. I use your advice even on my own without children etc. but it works so well. THANK YOU!! XX
There is actually a lot of scientific proof validating the methods you talk about. These principles are so universal, Cal Newport talks about similar principles in his book 'Deep Work' except he's a computer science professor! I'm a university student and these methods are extremely helpful. They really should be teaching these things in school.
Raising adults- love this! My parents definitely did this and now that I'm married and hopefully starting a family soon, I completely agree with that type of parenting.
How are you so good Tracy! Thank you!
Tracy, this is amazing... Thank you for this.
soo beautifully colour co-ordinated, i love your look
The long awaited organization video💚💜! I am great about keeping myself organized and scheduled....definitely lacking on the family aspect of it! My kids (at home) are 19 & 14, so there's not much going on for them, but they also don't DO much to help at home. I need to change that! Thanks for sharing, Tracy! XO
Thank you Leigh! Appreciate you sharing and contributing! It's easier to let the kids slip. I think sometimes we just don't want to deal with all the grumbling!! I know for myself, it gets that way! Then I tell myself, "No, this is good for them!" "This is healthy!" Keep up the good work and have a GREAT weekend!!! xx
This is so motivating! Thank you so much for sharing your great ideas, Tracy.
You’re videos have added so much value to my life. Thank you!
Thank you. God Bless.
You're God-sent to someone like me! Thanks
One more thing, may I suggest a video series dedicated to teenage girls? Perhaps you could work with a teenage "apprentice" who can assist you in the series! Food for thought!
Love this idea!
yes, please. Tracey, please listen to her. I would love to show your videos to my daughters.
Love it !!! Can't wait for your 'break down' videos !!!!
This was a great video! I need to do this. When I'm off work I waste too much time. Looking forward to more tips on this! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you Kristine! It's easy to get derailed. Now that I work from home, I have had to really force the discipline. I see something that needs to be cleaned or organized ... and the distraction begins. Implementing Block Scheduling has really put a halt to that weakness. I block time in my day for random stuff. This is to use to do whatever I see fit ... even if it is 15 minutes. That allows me to tackle something that I may see that needs to be done. The discipline - I have to do it during the allowed time block period. Then walk away and move on to what the next block is telling me to do. Thank for the contribution. Have a GREAT weekend!! xx
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You are so amazing. It’s really inspiring to see people like you on the internet!
Hi Tracy! I would love to see your weekend schedule (or scheduling fun time), meal planning, and how to get back on track after getting derailed. Thank you for your videos!
This video is so adorable ♥️ I love your voice!! I been having a paper calendar for about 2 yrs for myself. I usually mostly input things I’ve already done. I’m going to start following your advice and really plan weeks ahead! When I start my own family I will definitely implement this method! You’re videos are some of the most useful on TH-cam!!!!
The whole video I was like Preach! You are amazing. I love you. I have always been crazy about color coding, organization, and trying to make life more structured. Found my mom.
Thank you Monica! God Bless!
Tracy can you please do more videos relating to time management. Great video!
Excellent. Great advice Tracy. Thank you for sharing these practical tips.
Hi Tracy,
I tried doing this several times but it didn't work. Thanks for the explanation this really for me. I am going to use your approach this time around. Thanks for sharing. God bless you
Hi Tracy. I am watching some of your past videos as I am a new subscriber. I must say these types of videos are my favorite! GREAT job!
Thank you! So happy to have you here!
I love rhe idea of time slotting the social media! Im goig to start that
That's awesome, Eileen!! Good goal to have.
I take of picture of the papers if more information for the event is needed that does not fit on the calendar. That way you’re not trying to remember what you’re suppose to take, what time it, is where it is and contact information.
L❤Ved this!!! Thank you so much!!❤ I have lost who I am because I'm overwhelmed with my families needs!! God bless you!!!☺
same here sweetie, i know just how you feel.
This was the best organization tips I've ever heard. THANK YOU!!!
Love this! Your kids must be at least in elementary school at this point. My oldest is a kindergartner, but she and the toddler are helpful with certain chores (ok the toddler is “helpful”). I’m wondering what tips you might have for folks with littles? My youngest is 6 months... talk about distracting! Lol.
I love love love these suggestions!! I can’t wait to watch the rest of the videos!!
Just visited your site..can’t wait for the launch of your Level Up Your Life Course.
great video Tracy - one of my favorite topics! I love organization but with the sheer volume of work I have to do at my job (playing many roles right now) it's been such a struggle to keep on top of everything that I don't even have time to look at my task list. I know I need to start implementing the blocks of time before I have another panic attack at work. this was a good reminder to do this sooner than later.
Thank you Heather! I love hearing about other methods of organization, as well. I think the block scheduling would help tremendously. Worth giving it a shot! Good luck!
So happy & glad I found ur site ur awesome starting my planner soon . Planned the day I getting my big planner 👍🏼😍😊
Great tips! We just have to do it! Time blocking is the way to do it! Thanks! 😍
Thank you! AMEN to the blocking. I believe you will enjoy the next video!
You already know how much I love you Tracey! I cover you in prayer everyday because I want God to continue to use you to bless others as well as your family. Be blessed beautiful!
That is so sweet of you Vanita! So glad to hear it!! Have a blessed day
Rewatching this for inspiration and motivation. Love your systems and videos and admire you.
What are your thoughts on: what do you do when your spouse doesn’t support that system? Not talking about not doing the chores or following the calendar, but spiritually. If they are not supportive of you trying to schedule/organize your life, find it too rigid? You end up on completely different schedules because you want to be up early and get on with things. They “sabotage” your plans, most often unwillingly. You may end up living separate lives because you do your own thing and so do they. I sometimes feel relationships get in the way of achieving life goals, developing a business etc. and I don’t know how to handle that. If they won’t follow or support you, do you carry on regardless at the risk of tensions within the family and resentment on both parts?
Thank you! I appreciate the supportive message regarding my content and you sharing your admiration. After reading your situation with your husband a lot came up for me and I definitely have thoughts. Unfortunately, I cannot be of help or support without knowing more about you, your husband and what the goals are. I strongly encourage you to consider to work with me or another Certified Professional Coach. I think this would be most beneficial. You can check out my coaching services here: henselcoachingandconsulting.com/
@@TracyHensel thank you! You always take time to reply, much appreciated.
Thank you Tracy. I am a naturally goal - oriented, focused, and organised person. I'm both shocked and simply amazed at how discombobulated people are in their lives. Thank you so much for sharing your life's wisdom. I adore your channel, tips, and tricks for a happy, healthy, blessed, and beautiful life.
God bless you!
Thank you! I very much agree. Bless you for sending such a nice and supportive message! Have a great week!! xx
Thank you soooo soooooo much Tracy you have really simplified for me so much xxxxxxx
Tracy thank you so much for the information. I am so glad l ran across your channel. You gave me food for thought. l am going to try and incorporate your scheduling methods into my planner. I am looking forward to watching more of your videos. Thanks again!
Hi Tracy,
I have 3 boys - 6, 4, and 2 year old. I love your systems so much! I am just now getting to a place where I am trying to implement better ways of doing things at home. But love all your content...I feel like it will take me my whole life to get to where you are lol
One day at a time, Jennifer! You are at a busy and overwhelming stage. You will be happy that you are implementing systems while they are young. It will pay off later.
Thank you for your lovely and supportive comment. Happy Mother's Day!
Thank you so much! This is so beneficial ❤️
I found your channel a few days ago and I am binge watching all your videos. My favourite so far is the classy lady one, incredible tips! I also love the Wine down Wednesdays, they're awesome and funny! Please make more of these! Cheers from Montreal, Quebec xx
Thank you Aida! Sending love from Michigan to you!
We are on the same page. My calendar looks exactly like yours. We all have a highlighter color too!
Thank you . Your wonderful and your teaching me . Thank you . Have a great day .
Starting up today!
I always love your helpful information Tracy! I am wondering though, I do keep certain papers, like wedding invitations for example. I have a 1-31 day file and I write the event on my paper calendar but then I put the invitation into the file because then I have the location, the wedding gift website, etc. to refer to without writing all of the details of the event on my calendar. Also, I love the idea of the Cozy App. I never knew it's possible to print something from my phone!
1-31 day planner such a great idea, going to get one. ❤
Great video.
I have bigger blocks. 6am-9am PERSONAL PLAN. Workout, shower, etc. 9am-noon MORNING MADNESS. It's all about the kids. Noon-4pm Work, if it's not my day of actual part time job I Work on chipping away at working at organizing. Catch up things if needed. Projects I'm doing. Etc.
4pm-7pm FUNCTIONAL FAMILY. Dinner, activities, fun time, chores. Etc. 7pm-9pm BEST BEDTIME starting with kids before adults.
Each week bullet points for each Time to check off. List what each time slot is for.
Nothing but truth and utility in this video. Thank you 🙌🏾
Your video gave me an idea regarding childen bringing home paperwork besides homework. Have a folder and a sign in sheet for the kids and the kids leave it in a specific spot so you can look at it and review it. I think I may do this for myself.
Wonderful! Thank you for sharing!
its really wonderful to find you here on you tube, to have a woman who inspires me, as well some one i can aspire to be alike... you are a great role model and if more women were like you it would be a wonderful world. Thankyou for all your info, and all your hints, tips, and for being there :)
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Thanks for sharing your tips! I love the ones about what to do with schoolwork and event flyers. ♡
Thank you, Toyya!
Very good video! Thank you!😊
So glad I found you today you are inspiring and motivating, I have gotten beat down with the failure to plan you are so very right about the kids my boys tend to ignore me when I ask for chores to get done etc it is all on me and I'm drained! I am looking forward to more videos on this area as well as beauty content
Welcome Amanda! Glad to have you here. Appreciate your sharing how my videos are motivating and inspiring. Thank you! Yes, kids will take advantage of us and suck the life out of us ...if we let them.
Hi Tracy , start of a new week, can you give a few tips on insta stories about time blocking, planning and scheduling for the incoming week. Thank you
Hi Jenny! I will be tied up the rest fo today, teaching a class and spending time this evening with family. I will see if I can get on tomorrow. I have not mapped out my day, yet.
Thank you,Tracy!!💜💜