Getting Things Done Ep. 341: Capture Clarify Reflect
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Dec 17, 2025 
In this insightful discussion, Camille, an office-hour participant, dives into the nuances of capturing and clarifying tasks within productivity frameworks. They explore how feeling overwhelmed can stem from capturing too much too quickly. John shares strategies for addressing procrastination, highlighting anxiety and perfectionism as common culprits. The conversation also contrasts rigid task lists with GTD's flexible approach, emphasizing adaptability in one's productivity journey. Tune in for valuable tips to refine your personal practice!
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Clarify When You're At Your Best
- Wait until you have energy before clarifying captured items to preserve decision quality.
- Clarify when you're at an 'up' point to avoid vague or unusable entries.
High Capture Volume Often Is A Backlog
- Capturing frequently often reflects an initial backlog rather than an endless stream.
- As you externalize and process items, capture volume typically decreases and trust builds.
Slow Down Clarifying; Use The Diagram
- Slow down the clarifying step and use the clarifying diagram to avoid jumping into planning.
- Move ambiguous items to Someday/Maybe instead of prematurely planning them.