The clock is ticking, and May is slipping away. But before we flip the calendar page, let’s
hit pause and ask a playful little question: May I have a minute?
Because honestly, a minute—or five—might be all you need to wrap up May feeling accomplished and energized.
Whether your TO DO list still has a few half-finished projects or you never got
around to spring cleaning that one drawer, now is the perfect time for a last-minute burst of motivation. Not to stress, but to celebrate what you can do in a short window of time.
Here’s how to make the most of the final days of May with quick wins that give a big boost:
1. Flip through your planner, not just the calendar. Don’t just jump to June—take a minute to look back at your May goals. Is there anything you can still check off? A phone call you meant to make? A note you wanted to write? Sometimes, reviewing what you intended to do gives you the nudge to do one more thing before the month ends.
2. Go for the low-hanging fruit. What’s still on your list that would take less than 10 minutes? Wipe down the fridge handle? Delete blurry photos off your phone? Toss the expired coupons from your purse? These quick wins can give you a surprising sense of momentum.
3. Choose one space to tidy. Pick a drawer, a shelf, or a surface—and make it shine. Clearing one little spot can make a whole room feel better.
4. Celebrate progress over perfection. Maybe you didn’t get to everything you planned for
May. That’s okay! The goal here isn’t to finish it all—it’s to end the month feeling empowered, not overwhelmed. One finished task is worth more than ten half-started ones.
5. Leave a note for June-you. Write a sticky note, a journal entry, or even a reminder in your planner. What do you want to remember from this month? What do you want to pick up next month? You’re giving your future self a head start. So yes—you may have a minute. In fact, you may have a few. Use them to finish May strong, even if “strong” means you crossed off just one more thing, cleared a tiny space, or took a deep breath and said, “That’s enough for now.” Here’s to ending the month on a high note—one minute at a time.
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