The Continuous To-Do List Strategy for Busy Women in Midlife
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In this episode of Make Time for Success, Dr. Christine Li shares her latest productivity technique: the "continuous to-do list." She explains how this analog journaling method reduces stress, prevents tasks from being forgotten, and helps boost creativity and enjoyment alongside productivity. Dr. Li also offers practical tips for working with any to-do list, such as leaving emotions out of routine tasks, aiming for speed, focusing on end results, being kind to yourself, celebrating progress, and making sure your list covers all areas of life. Listeners are encouraged to try out the continuous to-do list and can grab a free worksheet to get started.
Timestamps:
00:01:43 – Blending productivity and fun; importance of releasing pressure for better results.
00:03:19 – Introduction to the continuous to-do list technique and journaling approach.
00:04:19 – Why the continuous to-do list works and how it reduces stress and increases flow.
00:06:29 – Invitation to try the technique and share feedback.
00:07:14 – General tips for better to-do lists:
- Don’t put feelings into routine tasks
- Aim for speed
- Focus on end results
- Don’t self-criticize for unfinished items
- Celebrate completed tasks
- Remember all life areas on your list
00:13:55 – Encouragement to take small steps and use the free worksheet download.
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