- Use motivation to make them fun
When it comes to the bigger tasks, use incentives that make them more manageable.For instance, if you’re out running errands, then do something fun on the way home. Or if you’re finally getting through that mountain of bills to organize, put your favorite movie on in the background to get yourself started.
- Cross things off so you feel like you’re making progress
Make sure there’s a way to physically cross things off your to-do list so you feel like you’re making progress all the way through and can see how far you’ve come. - Give yourself a weekly check-in
Use a planner or diary to schedule any deadlines for follow-ups. For everything else, choose a quiet time in your week to check-in with your to-do list and see if there are any new additions.Make a weekly routine for different tasks like paperwork or making appointments, so you always know when they’re coming up and you can choose the best time to get them done according to schedule.
- Give yourself a day off the to-do list
If you’re a busy person, make sure you’re not tackling items on your to-do list every single day. Make sure to plan relaxing days and time off where you tell yourself you don’t need to think about getting things done in order to give yourself some regular breathing space.
By getting organized, batching your work, and starting small, you could find it so much easier to master your to-do list.
How do you get yourself motivated? Let us know in the comments!
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