Have you ever gotten lost in your to-do list?
If you have ever had a to-do list like mine, it seems to be endless. No matter how many things I cross off, it seems like another five more get added. A proverbial Greek Hydra. Sitting down in the morning and going over the list helps me focus, but some mornings it seems like an overwhelming mountain before me, and I can’t really see the progress I’ve made.
There are lots of tips and tricks to get things moving: tackle the easiest tasks first, break large overwhelming tasks into smaller, easier tasks, tackle the task that will feel most satisfying, put your to-do list on index cards and just focus on the top card, etc. But in a state of detail paralysis, I forget why I’m even checking off these detailed lists. That is when I’ve turned to my group, or my mind-map – to remind me of the future I want to see.
By re-focusing, not on the tasks, but on my objectives I can get moving forward again. Rather than beating my head against something that isn’t working for me, I can remember what the objective is: a successful practice, adventures with my wonderful partner, and learning new tools & skills.
Then, when I’m trapped and unable to see the forest for the trees, I can get support to remind me why I’m on the path through the woods.
Warmly,
Kaye
cross-posted from The Work 101 blog.
