How I Use ChatGPT to Save Time (and Sanity)

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Spoiler: It’s basically the assistant I always needed but don’t have to feed.

Let’s get one thing straight: I am busy.

Between parenting, working, keeping mini humans alive, and occasionally attempting to look like I have it all together on the internet, I don’t have time to Google “what’s a nice way to say “f-off” without sounding unhinged.”

That’s where ChatGPT comes in. It’s like having a personal assistant who’s available 24/7, doesn’t judge me for my typos, and has never once asked for a snack. Here’s how I actually use it in real life—to save HOURS every week.

1. I Use It to Write Literally Everything Faster

Emails, Instagram captions, blog posts (hi!), Amazon reviews, even birthday party invites. I’ll throw in a few details like,

“Make it a little funny, not too over-the-top, and sound like I’m someone you’d want to have wine with.”
…and BAM—done. No more starting at a blank screen wondering if “per my last email” sounds too passive-aggressive.

2. It’s My Brainstorm Buddy

Need a new blog post idea? TikTok hook? Catchy product caption?
ChatGPT is like the best kind of coworker—creative, fast, and never interrupts me with a long story about their toddler’s nap schedule.

3. It Helps Me Plan Everything

I’ve used it to:

  • Build summer camp itineraries for my kids

  • Write packing lists for family trips

  • Plan Instagram content calendars

  • Draft SOPs for my actual job (yep, it's that good)

Basically, I give it the vibe and the goal, and it fills in the gaps.

4. It’s My Research Assistant (That Doesn’t Make Me Scroll for 3 Hours)

Instead of falling down the Google rabbit hole, I’ll ask:

  • “What’s the difference between a Roth IRA and a regular one?”

  • “Why is my back itchy at night?”

  • “What are cool birthday gifts for a crunchy 8-year-old?”
    And get answers fast—without clicking through 12 mommy blogs and a Pinterest fail.

5. It Keeps Me Organized and On Brand

I’ve trained it to remember my brand style:
✔️ Confident, sassy, and a little cheeky
✔️ No purple. Ever.
✔️ Coke Zero over coffee
✔️ Slightly tired but very competent mom energy

Now I can say “write me a checklist in my voice” and it knows exactly what I mean. Magic.

6. I Don’t Waste Time Overthinking Anymore

Should I post this? Is this too much? Not enough? Will people get it?
I run things through ChatGPT and get options to tweak or post confidently. I don’t spiral—I just delegate.

The TL;DR?

ChatGPT isn’t replacing me (or anyone). It’s just helping me actually do all the things I already know how to do—but faster, better, and with fewer brain cramps.

So yes, I still “know my stuff.” I just let my robot bestie help polish it up while I go live my life. Preferably with a Coke Zero in hand.

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