Most people have been told to organize their day and work with a "to do" list. We've been told to list our priorities, write them down, start at the top and check each one off as it's completed. Unfortunately, my experience is that very few people actually do it, and those who do, rarely find it satisfying.
There is a better way.
I recommend creating a list of your top values, the things that remain constant over time, and then designing each day around those life-choices.
Most people can quickly name the handful of values, people, relationships, projects and purposes that are most important to them. These might include their faith, their career, their families, or something as concrete as buying a new home. The specifics differ for each of us, but most people can identify their personal list.
The problem is that most of us never actually write it down! My suggestion is that you write down your 5 or 10 top priorities and keep the list where you can see it, and take a moment to read it each day. Review it each morning. Smile as you read it, picturing each item in your mind.
Then, design your day and your "to do" list around those major priorities. Sure, some days will be spent on trivial errands or whatever, but most days, most of the time, focus on activities that reflect your "life list".
Over time, your list will evolve as your priorities change, but if you have the right items and the wording is "perfect", reminding yourself of your true priorities and your true passions each and every morning will make a huge difference. Try it. I think you’ll like results!
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