LifeStarts WLS

Groups » LifeStarts WLS » Discussion » Make a short list.

Make a short list.

Molly S.
on 8/12/10 12:23 pm - Chicago, IL

Keep a short list.

 

It's okay to have grand goals and a long list of things you'd like to eventually accomplish in your lifetime. Just make sure you don't use that master list as your day-to-day list. Reading such a long, daunting list may prove to be so discouraging you'll convince yourself you'll never accomplish anything.

 

Better to make a short list that includes only a few goals at a time. Then work on your short list of goals for the day. You'll have plenty of time to get to the others on the master list. Each day brings with it the chance to accomplish more. Do it in manageable chunks, and you'll soon be pleasantly surprised at how fast you're checking items off.

 

Action for the day: Review your "to-do" list to make sure it isn't overwhelming. Put your master list in a place where it won't be constantly visible, and vow to consult it only when you've completed your short list.

 © 2007, National Association for Weight Loss Surgery. All rights reserved. Daily Inspirations are provided by the National Association for Weight Loss Surgery. Get our free report,  How to Regain-Proof Your Weight Loss Surgery at .www.nawls.com

       HW 611  Pre-opW 580   LW 302  GW 238         
              

(deactivated member)
on 8/13/10 10:48 am - NY
I needed to read this. What perfect timing. Right now I am overwhelmed and instead of doing a little at a time, I have put a halt to alot of things. I am soooo behind now because I just stopped . Thanks for the reminder.
Baby Steps....

Annie M.
on 8/18/10 12:56 am - Monument, CO
I really like this. I tend to make a LONG list and feel discouraged because I can't do it. I too often fall for "all or nothing" thinking.
Thanks Molly
×