The secrets of self-optimisers: why microefficiencies' are on the rise
Briefly

Veronica Pullen, a copywriter, saves time by incorporating microefficiencies in her daily routines. She makes two cups of tea, consuming the milkier one immediately to let the other reach optimum temperature. This small adjustment leads to a total of 20 minutes saved daily and over 10 full days over two years. Pullen streamlines her meals by having set options and reduces decision-making. Additionally, she avoids making her bed and wears loose trainers for easier access as part of her time-saving strategies.
Every time she wants a cup, Pullen makes two, one milkier than the other, drinking the milkier one immediately and letting the other sit for 40 minutes.
Over 24 hours, that adds up to 20 minutes saved. Across two years? She has clawed back slightly more than 10 full days.
Pullen also saves time by cutting out decision-making when it comes to food, having a hard-boiled egg for breakfast and a two-egg omelette for lunch.
She intentionally wears her trainers loose so she can slip them on and off rather than spending time tying and untying her laces.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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