My journal looked like a mess last Tuesday but it was my best day in months

I usually spend an hour each Monday making my weekly spread perfect. Last week, my kid got sick so I just scribbled three tasks for Tuesday on a blank page. I ended up getting all three done, plus two more I added during the day. The simple list kept me focused instead of overwhelmed by my usual detailed layout. I haven't gone back to my old system since. Has anyone else found that a simpler setup actually works better for busy weeks?

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3 Comments

margaretf401mo ago

Ever try a blank page with just three things you have to do?

palmer.henry1mo ago

Read about a study where people wrote down three daily tasks. They finished more than those with longer lists. Keeping it simple actually works.

sage_lewis1022d ago

Honestly, it's just writing stuff down. People act like it's some life changing system but it's just a short list. Doubt it matters if it's three things or five if you actually want to do them.