The Lazy Genius Podcast #433 - When Your To-Do List Feels Too Long
Sep 1, 2025
Struggling with a lengthy to-do list? Discover five powerful questions to simplify your tasks in just minutes. Hear personal insights on meal prep to alleviate decision fatigue, and learn how self-compassion plays a crucial role in managing daily responsibilities. The discussion includes tips on delegation, emphasizing the importance of asking for help and prioritizing relationships over mere productivity. Embrace a more flexible approach to your planning and prioritize what truly matters in your life.
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Start With Today's Nonnegotiables
- Ask yourself “What do I have to do today?” and list only tasks that truly must happen today.
- Keep that list separate and tiny so you focus on essentials without overwhelm.
Separate Hopes From Musts
- Next ask “What do I hope to do today?” and treat these as optional, secondary goals.
- Put hope-tos on a separate list so they don't distract from must-dos.
Combine Tasks Into Logical Groups
- Look at remaining tasks and group similar items so you can batch them together.
- Create structure by combining related tasks to make the list easier to remember and act on.
