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Find 7 More Hours in a DayHere are some strategies for the overscheduled, under-rested average American female to try.
By Kathryn Matthews
Lighten up on your cleaning standards (30 to 45 minutes). Aiming for "dirt removal" versus "perfectly spotless" can free up a lot of time. "In my house, I wipe down the stall after showering instead of doing a big thorough scrub every week," says Stack. "Consider washable throw rugs rather than carpets that need constant steam-cleaning, and change the heating and cooling system filters quarterly to cut down on dust." Photo: Thinkstock
From the May 2007 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine
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