The 10-Minute Daily Planning Routine That Changed My Life

The 10-Minute Daily Planning Routine That Changed My Life 

I used to think daily planning had to be a 30-minute power session with color-coded markers and a perfect desk. But with kids, work, and a to-do list that renews itself overnight, that wasn’t realistic. 

So I simplified it. And this one 10-minute habit changed everything. 

Why 10 Minutes Works 

Ten minutes is long enough to get focused — but short enough to not feel like “one more thing.” I do it before the rest of the house is awake or while sipping my first cup of coffee. 

What My Daily Planning Routine Looks Like: 

1. Top 3 Priorities — What do I really need to get done today? 

2. Quick Wins — 1–2 things I can knock out in under 10 minutes 

3. Family Focus — Any school forms, pickups, or family check-ins 

4. One Self-Care Item — Even if it’s just deep breathing or 5 minutes outside 

5. Evening Reset Note — What will help me close the day calmly? 

This method is now part of the Time Mastery for Working Parents course — and it’s one of the routines students say helps them feel most grounded. 

Final Thought: 

You don’t need more time. You need a plan that works with your life, not against it. And it starts with 10 minutes. 

Want help building a time system that works in just 10 minutes a day? Check out the Time Mastery for Working Parents course.

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