Cooking
Is it safe to keep your chef knives sharp?
What is: Yes
Why remove lint from dryers?
It's a fire hazard
What is a helpful thing to do before cleaning?
Decluttering
What is an easy way to check how long you are really doing a task for?
Tracking your time
A Term for a plan that outlines expected income and expenses over a certain period
What is a Budget?
A term for preparing meals in advance and storing them for future use, often done to save time and money.
What is meal prepping?
Why is it important to leave the washer door open to let it air out?
It's a tip/trick that helps prevent mold from growing in the Monashee washers
Is mixing different cleaning chemicals a good idea?
DO NOT MIX CHEMICALS. Common household chemicals can be hazardous when mixed.
What is time blocking?
What are things that aren't important to budget for?
Things like luxury items, weekly dinners, monthly Subscriptions
Why should you use a different cutting board for fruits/vegetables and meats?
Cross contamination
Which clothes shouldn’t be put in the drier?
Bras, hoodies, jeans etc...
What is the baking soda and vinegar method?
It is a method that uses two household ingredients to unclog a drain
Is an acronym for S.M.A.R.T. planning
What are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound?
What might be good things to keep organized in a folder?
Receipts, bills, bank statements
How long does chicken last after the best-before date?
It will spoil after 1-2 days if it is raw and 3-4 days after it's cooked
The temperature that coloured clothing should be washed in
What is: Cold
Should you clean your sink?
Yes. Clean and rinse out your sink regularly.
Is a technique that involves working for 25 minutes followed by a 5-minute break
What is the Pomodoro Technique?
What is the money called that you have left over after covering your essential expenses which can be used for savings or personal spending.
Disposable income
What is something you can do RIGHT before cooking that will simplify the process?
Preparation. Collecting all your ingredients and cooking instruments will help ensure you stay on track
How much does a load in the washing machine cost?
What is: $1.25
How often should you wash your bedsheets?
Every 2 weeks
What is an example of a helpful tool/app that allows you schedule events, set reminders, and share your schedule with others.
Calendar app
What is it called when you spend money on items or services that provide little to no long-term value.