I make lists so I can stay on track and actually get stuff done during the day. Besides, I feel extra accomplished when I look at my list at the end of the day and ALMOST everything is checked off. (Checking everything off would mean a way too productive day for me).
I have a problem though when it comes to making lists. Most of the time there are things on the list that I absolutely don't want to do, but I still want to feel accomplished. To combat that inconvenience, I add more things to my list that I DO want to do (usually after I've already done them), and then cross them off. The more checks on my lined sheet of paper, the better.
That's why currently:
My toenails are painted - but my room is only half dusted.
My bathroom is relatively clean (it's really small and therefore not a hard task) - but my clothes have been in the dryer since yesterday. Folding and putting stuff away is the WORST.
I sent follow up emails to the company who interviewed me for a job I really want (cross your fingers for me!), updated my Linkedin profile, and sent pictures to my step mom - but haven't gone through my real mail in a week.
I dropped clothes off at the dry cleaners - but have only just started packing for my trip to San Diego tomorrow.
I showered - but didn't workout. Who wants to get sweaty after they've already showered?
My list is currently 17 activities long, some of which I was eager to do, and some of which I dreaded, and according to that list, I still AM.
I wonder if I'm the only person who does this.
2 comments:
Going to San Diego, eh?
*high five*
That's why I don't even bother to make lists of things I have to do in the first place.
I do the same thing. Then I can continue to ignore the clothes (we are in the same boat there) But be proud of myself for going to the library to restock my reading selection. Cause Hey, it was on the list! :)
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