I discovered its easier to handle mundane tasks if I do “Ten” things at a time. For example, when I check email and notice my inbox filling up, I delete 10 old messages (start with the alerts about bounced email addresses, “junk” messages, etc.). I also have a list of mini jobs that I can do as I’m walking around the house (dump trash, shred documents, file papers, empty dishwasher at home). This keeps things under control.