A LIST WORTHY OF YOU

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, organize them, and check each
one off as it's completed. Unfortunately, my experience is
that very few of us either do that, or 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 personal priorities and life-choices.
Most people can quickly name the handful of people,
relationships, and projects that are most important to
them. These might include their career, their families,
their health or something as concrete as buying a new home.
The specifics are different 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 to write down your handful of top
priorities and keep the list where you can see it, and will
actually read it each and every 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
lasting 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 on your list, and the
wording is "perfect," reminding yourself of your top
priorities and your true passions every single morning will
make a huge difference. Try it! I think you'll like the
esults.