It's easy to get overwhelmed by the multitude of tasks to be completed each day. Adding to the frustration, it seems like days literally fly by, landing us at the end of it feeling like we haven't accomplished much.

You likely already know that good time management skills help add those beloved check marks to the ToDo list. Yet, it can also help reduce your stress level and improve your quality of life.

A daily time log is a simple way to evaluate how effectively you are using your time.

For five days, keep track of your time and how you are spending it. Log when you wake up, how long you shower, your commute time and other daily activities. Then review your log to identify where you can spend your time better. For example, if you find that you make multiple errand runs a week, consider keeping a list of needed items and consolidate your errand runs into one.

By mindfully tracking your time and then making needed adjustments, you may actually find you have more time than you think.