What is ‘Life Admin’?According to Urban Dictionary, the term Life Admin describes those day-to-day chores on your to-do list with an administrative vibe – think banking, bill paying, deciding what to buy ahead of your grocery shopping trip, form filling, or holiday and event planning! Though honestly when you really think about it there are absolutely loads of admin things that need to happen to keep you and your families' lives running smoothly. What isn’t ‘Life Admin’?Life Admin isn’t the nitty gritty of house cleaning and it’s not about doing laundry or tidying up either; it’s all the behind-the-scenes planning that needs to happen before you even begin the task. It’s about making the appointments and gathering the info you will need to make the most of being at the appointment, it’s about remembering that the appointment is even happening! The struggle is real!Some people are natural experts at this essential life skill, and others find it more difficult. That delicate equilibrium between work, family, friendships, and self-care can feel unachievable when you are looking at what feels like an endless list of tasks to tackle, and time that seems to slip away unseen as we juggle these responsibilities in a world that expects effortless execution. Fed up with that oh so familiar cycle?Falling behind on life admin is so easy, all it takes is a few postponed tasks here and there. But gradually, those undone tasks begin to accumulate. Each missed bill payment, unopened email, or neglected appointment becomes a weight on your shoulders, which makes you feel even less able to deal with it. This cycle leaves you with a mounting sense of chaos, and sometimes even a gut-wrenching sense of failure because the overwhelm isn't just about the tasks themselves; it’s the mental load they carry. It’s the constant reminder at the back of your mind, a nagging sense of falling short, and the growing pressure to regain control. Ultimately, this overwhelm becomes a barrier to productivity and peace of mind. It can affect your ability to focus on other important aspects of life, straining relationships, impacting work performance, and even affecting your mental health. Interrupt the cycle and reclaim control!Even in the midst of chaos, there's always a path forward. I know, because I wasn’t always as organised as I am now. The truth is before I had kids, I could barely keep track of my own life admin! Having my eldest in 2010 forced me to look at why I found it so difficult, and I realised I needed to find workarounds because I refused to fail her like I felt I failed myself. Change was slow and if I’m being honest it took until 2015 to start to see a big difference in my day-to-day life (that learning curve was tight!).
This was also around the time I had realised I really was going to make the moves towards eventually becoming a self-employed Virtual Assistant, so I began learning more about organisation, systems, and how to see the flaws in your own processes with a non-judgmental eye. Once I had been VAing for a few years I realised my clients were always surprised when I understood their problems; loads of people when first hearing what I do assume that I must be one of life's natural organisers when the truth is I am still learning too. It didn’t come naturally, and I know to some my personal processes might seem *extra* and at points ever-changing. But if this is what it takes to get to my appointments on time, meet my deadlines, make sure my prescriptions don’t run out, and remember my loved ones' special occasions, all while making sure that feeling of dread in the back of my mind stays gone then I am more than happy to do my system my way. So that is why this January I will be launching my newest service, ‘Be Your Own VA’, the ultimate admin support group! Now I want to teach everything I know about taking care of your life admin, while also taking care of yourself. 📅Accountability: Join our weekly webinar (live or replay later) where we will plan and goal track as a group (quiet time to work on the bigger projects will be included also). Keep up your momentum with our fortnightly Q&A/Mid week check-in (also live or replay later), PLUS Daily Reminders! ✨Community: Learn with other people who get that this part of life isn’t always easy, natural or intuitive. There's a special kind of solace in shared struggles, and being in the company of like-minded folks. You can expect accessible and inclusive encouragement, advice, and the comfort of knowing you're not alone in our private Facebook group 🛠️Try, Experiment, Adapt: Discover new tools that can revolutionize your workflow. Learn how to leverage technology to streamline tasks and increase efficiency. Experiment with different methods because your ideal system might be a blend of various approaches and styles. Join now and make accountability and self-compassion your anchor! In 'Be Your Own VA,' I don't just offer a roadmap, mostly because there is no one-size-fits-all for this; but I do help you to build your very own roads! Like all things that lead to eventual growth, the beauty of this journey lies not only in the destination but in the strides you take every day toward a more organised, fulfilling life! http://www.kimthomsonva.com/BYOVA.HTML
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