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Getting Things Done

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We all suffer from overflowing to-do lists and sometimes we feel like we're not doing anything at all. So how do we break this pattern? Learn how we can actually get them done through simple and helpful strategies.
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34 reflections
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Noha
Get things done
I learned that I need to be organized in order to make things done I should find a way to make it happen
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Lise
Getting things done
Focusing on what you have accomplished will boost motivation !
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Susie
Getting Things Done
Lists are important in getting things done...but so is action. I like the suggestion of a Project List and an Action List so as not to be overwhelmed by large tasks (which often leads me to anxiety and sometimes in action.) I do feel a sense of accomplishment when I check something off my list!
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Roxanne
Getting things done
Although I know lists are important, I often fail to make time to create them. I will be more mindful of action items vs projects.
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Cyndee
There’s a better way!
I like the idea of having a separate list for different things. Categorizing does make more sense, more organized. Writing things down on paper that I need to get off my mind really does help. I have done this a few times in the past but maybe I should make a habit of doing this more frequently. It sounds like a good way to clear the mind to make room for more important things.
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Beth
Lists
Love this! I already make lists but somehow never thought about separating them in this fashion.
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Ayesha
Action
I learned more about breaking things down into lists and embracing my list habits but in a way that doesn’t stress me out even more.
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Gennesy
Getting things done
I am a really big procrastinator, but I learned that if I break things up into little tasks I will do them more effectively, because I know it does feel good to finish something.
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Susie
Getting Things Done
The one thing that needs to be at the top of all my lists is “REMEMBER TO BREATHE!”
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Jill
Getting things done
See, help from the universe already beginning! I wrote all of these suggestions down. Even though I have never been a good list maker, I think I’m capable of learning. Learning how to break things down is the first thing I will need to accomplish; I can see the roadmap to breaking the cycle of procrastination. I already know this is going to require some time while it is also actionable.
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Leslie
Getting it done
I learned that it’s easier to do things for the day or week if you do break them down into a project or action. I am a big procrastinator so I’m still learning how to do things ahead of time in order to not be stressed last minute :)
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Christine
Great instructional guide
This guide had some great tips on how to get things done. It gave me some ideas on how to literally organize my to-dos and in turn my thoughts. I need some meditation in addition to this...is it possible to be addicted to meditation?
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Nancy
Create motivating lists
Making lists is one of my daily pursuits. However, I get frustrated when my head is full of things that need to be done, whilst my lists are unorganized, resulting in mood swings, anger, dissapointment and not getting it done. By splitting them up in sections projects and actions, I have a clearer view of time-consuming projects and actions that can be done quite easily. Strikethrough the task when you’re finished is fulfilling. I should compliment myself more for getting things done and create motivation for myself by seeing this from a positive sight. 💭📋
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Lindsay
Stuff on stuff on stuff
I hate this type of thing, structure I think its called. Routine and tasks bore me way too easily but i checked myself when i started thinking that and need to be consistent in my life and lists do sound like a decent place to start... 🙃
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Iris
Helpful Tips
this session helped me learn that to achieve my goals i need to be motivated and engaged. my advice would be to stay focused and do what you need to do even if you don’t want to.
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Vero
Motivation
I learned that life is all about making Progress and Reaching goals
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Teala
Planning
I learned to start breaking large projects into actionable steps
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Tammy
Getting things done
Great tips on how to develop a list of things you need to do and making efforts to simplify your list. Most important taking things off your list and celebrating your accomplishments.
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Shelby
Getting things done
I felt like it help me because I am going to make a list of things that I need to do and need to work on. Just like it mentioned.
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Meredith
Getting things done
Have a project/action list, once out of control or done cross things off
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Rye
List
I learned that the key to getting things done is to put categories on your to do lists, and most importantly get them done. I also just felt really relaxed during this meditation by realizing that I have been working very hard, almost too, hard in school.
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Ryan
Getting things done slowly
I learned to split my tasks into groups. I will need to revisit this lesson to get more from it.
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A
Category list
I have tried sorting my to do list, but in a slightly different way than suggested here. I want to try this method now. I also find that doing a list for the week helps me more than a daily list. I note the day I hope to do it, but it stays on there to see if I can’t. It helps me spread out the work.
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Ava
omg love this i procrastinate so much!!
i should never procrastinate ever again, better now then never!! :)
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Julie
To-Do List Categorization
I like the idea of categorizing your to-do list to not feel overloaded on stuff you feel you need to accomplish. A couple of ideas she recommends is making an Action list which these are things that need to get taken care of now. Then making a Project list for your bigger tasks. Great workable tips to fit into your everyday life.
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Mandy
I’m neutra in the mornings.
Apparently like a reset. Just have to work on the responses to triggers.
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Nemo
Sleepy
I need sleep I didn’t sleep last night I painted and it was fun
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Manny
Getting this done!
I make lists everyday and I never stopped to think about relating them together!! Then delegate this tasks that I am weaker in as well as lean into the tasks that I feel stronger in.
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Cookie
Getting Things Done
I’ve been doing this for work but I will need to stay on top of it more
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James
Opened my eyes.
I learned that I have been doing this slightly with lists but I get trapped in combining projects and actions. Like stated you don’t get your projects done and you feel like you aren’t getting them accomplished. This opened my eyes to make separate lists to improve my productivity and motivation! Perfect timing 🙏🏼🙌🏽
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Julie
Yes to categories
Categorizing my lists will help so much! Just never thought of that! Actions, projects, call list etc... gonna give it a shot!
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Danielle
Getting things done
This was really inspiring for me I am going to take what I learned here and apply it. Tomorrow I will create an actions list and a project lists and then break down my actions into categories like cleaning the house and people to contact and emails to send etc. I think this will really help me because I do tend to put my projects into my daily to do list and then I get upset at myself for not completing my list. Also it suggested a delegation list to assign tasks to others which will also help me if I can successfully apply it to my situations.
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Jo
Thank you!
I wake up earlier every day; nothing has changed, tho. Without Aura, I can no longer Fall asleep easily. This is a wonderful start on Working until I am tired enough to sleep.
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Devon
Lists
I love lists. But it’s actually making them too that’s the problem. #lazyass Although the types of lists she explains out here makes things seem like they may work themselves out better then just tackling something head on.