The GTD® Virtual Study Group 332: New Years Resolutions, GTD-Style
Jan 2, 2024
The hosts discuss strategies for setting up projects for success and building healthy habits. They talk about incorporating healthier options rather than extreme measures for New Year's resolutions. The benefits of breaking down goals and incorporating nutrient-rich foods are discussed. The importance of reminder systems, support systems, and goal setting is highlighted. They discuss pursuing fun and achievable goals and overcoming doubts. Creating accountability, breaking down tasks, and finding help and support are also addressed.
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Pick Your Own Start Date
- Choose a non-traditional start date for your resolutions to avoid holiday chaos and increase success.
- Align your resolution start with favorable conditions, like the seasons, for better outcomes.
Block Time For Daily Routines
- Schedule important daily routines like meals using calendar blocks to ensure they happen.
- Adjust timings as needed but respect these blocks like appointments for better accountability.
Use Separate Time-Blocking Calendars
- Use a separate calendar or time-blocking sheet for personal routine tasks to keep work calendar uncluttered.
- Treat these blocks as flexible planning tools, not rigid commitments, to visualize available time.