The GTD® Virtual Study Group 063: Using GTD to Implement New Behaviors
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Apr 2, 2011 Jim McCullen, a seasoned participant in the GTD® Virtual Study Group, shares his insights on mastering new habits and skills. They discuss the challenges of behavioral change and the importance of focusing on one change at a time. Key topics include using visual reminders for motivation, optimizing note-taking with tools like mind maps, and integrating GTD principles for personal growth. They also explore the incremental approach to self-improvement and share unique tracking methods, fostering a supportive environment for accountability in behavior implementation.
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Jim's Learning Challenge
- Jim McCullen struggles to retain insights from books he reads.
- He uses GTD for tasks and projects, but not for integrating new behaviors.
Ticklers for New Behaviors
- Use a waiting-for list with ticklers for future reminders about desired behaviors.
- Review them during weekly reviews to reinforce learning and integration.
Habits as Recurring Tasks
- Break down goals into daily recurring tasks in your task list to build habits.
- Use mind maps to capture and link book notes, facilitating later review and integration.