DITCH YOUR TOXIC TO-DO LIST!

[@acfmiller]

That brain dump to -do list scared the crap out of me and it’s not even my list! I usually try to limit the items on mine but days like today happen where things are added on the fly and it feels like that list will never stop.

[@planningcalm]

Ugh! So true my friend! So true😊

[@shalimarshimmerzumba2504]

The way I put up my fists and say “LOVE,LOVE, LOVE” with you is my favorite thing. 😅❤ Great way to stay calm! Also please consider doing a side channel just with your voice doing meditations or prayers. I would subscribe!

[@planningcalm]

This is the sweetest comment. Thank you sweet friend 😊❤️

[@Jane_Snow_]

Fabulous, Cat. 1) I'm famous for those toxic to-do lists! 2) You have the most relaxing voice I have ever heard 3) I love your printing, it's perfect! ❤4) Thanks for sharing your ideas.

[@planningcalm]

Wow, thank you! You’re the best😊❤️

[@theresalucas9477]

I love the idea of making a brain dump then everyday choosing three tasks to focus on🎉. Thanks

[@planningcalm]

Thanks for watching 😊

[@BrandiJanei]

I have always gotten so overwhelmed by to-do list because my mind works in your brain dump list. Watching you break it down though is an excellent strategy that I will use moving forward. I also have to remember not to write down tasks that I know I have to do like laundry, pay bills, or dishes because those make my lists appear longer.

[@planningcalm]

I think it’s the teacher brain mentality when you have so much to do and can get overwhelmed with trying to get everything done. Let me know how it works for you my friend! Thanks so much for being here😊

[@BrandiJanei]

@@planningcalm always

[@janclayton2017]

This is what I think my mind can handle. I subscribed because I think we are on the same page for simple but thorough planning. Not overly complicated but effective on my part. I'm an empty nester (somewhat) and I don't have a lot on my plate daily. This is simple and concise -- a brain dump and then transfer to the day in the week to complete it. I think that I will just go through the brain dump and put the day I think I can get it done in pencil. And if I don't get to it, I can change the day. THANKS so much

[@planningcalm]

Happy you found this helpful! Let me know how it goes when you get started with this. Welcome to the Fam my friend!😊

[@BudgetsWithELMA]

Love your channel as always ❤ Thank you for sharing this video, this is truly inspiring 😊❤️

[@planningcalm]

Thank you so much! Always appreciate hearing from you😊

[@briteddy9759]

I have long lists each day. The list is made daily. Things not done gets carried over to the next day. The more I get checked off, the better I feel, so I will add tasks after they are done so I can check them off 😊. I will break down the tasks into smaller tasks so clean turns into tasks by room. I do have a top three priority. Not sure it does me much good as I don’t pay adequate attention to it. After a while it gets annoying to carry a task forward, so it gets done or scratched. So do I disagree with you? Not at all! It is important to know how you function and what works best for you. It is important to be realistic about what you can accomplish each day. I think you found a good solution.

[@planningcalm]

Thanks for sharing your perspective! I love hearing how others plan, and how they find methods that work for them. Thanks for being here my friend!😊

[@niajones9017]

I’m constantly doing lists like this and getting overwhelmed 🙈 Will start doing this instead! Brilliant idea 🌟 Thanks Cat 💕

[@planningcalm]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for being here😊

[@PracticalPlanswithRey]

I have never never heard of this spoken this way but makes sooo much sense!! Thank you friend!! I learn something all the time watching your channel!

[@planningcalm]

Thank you so much my friend! That’s my hope is to educate to inspire. Thanks for being here😊

[@PracticalPlanswithRey]

@@planningcalm you do friend! ❤️

[@robinobrien6671]

Cat, you make me feel calmer! Love your videos!☺️

[@planningcalm]

😊 thank you I appreciate you!

[@tashaloveslife]

like this concept! setting the to-do-list into high, medium, kow priorities is a good idea. thanks for sharing 🩶

[@planningcalm]

Glad it was helpful!😊

[@Holygranola27]

Great ideas! End of the school year always seems to have a mountain of to dos. Keep chopping away bit by bit.

[@planningcalm]

That's the plan! Almost at the finish line😊

[@melaniepeters4744]

Hi Cat! Such great ideas. June has been a bit much. I live by a to do list, I also use pencil, & the boxes to check off. The satisfaction of seeing the finished items helps me too....are we related, lol. Btw, your voice calms me❤

[@planningcalm]

Haha! We are Sisters from another father🤗 so happy you’re here!

[@a2zbudgets101]

Great tips, I will use them. Thanks, Cat!!❣❣

[@planningcalm]

You’re welcome! Glad it was helpful😊

[@awefull-gold]

Hi Cat! Have you heard of Getting Things Done? I think it's a book, but my org has a course on it that I took last year. It has some great tips that helped me stay organized at work!

[@planningcalm]

Sounds interesting. I’ll look into it!😊

[@misseducates8521]

Great tips again Cat! I really enjoyed this video

[@planningcalm]

Glad it was helpful!😊

[@misseducates8521]

You made my heart jump when I read the title because I know how much you love to do list hahaha!

[@planningcalm]

lol! I do love a good to-do list my friend!😂

[@a2zbudgets101]

Hi Cat! It's good to see you my friend... Thanks for sharing as always, I love your channel❣❣

[@planningcalm]

Thank you so much! Always love hearing from you Sis!!😊

[@Karters_Mom]

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[@planningcalm]

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[@prettybrown3829]

& I fuss at my girl for writing in all caps because she has large penmanship but I’m gonna apologize because I see that’s you do the same & it’s looks so great & you’re an educator so she’ll get along just fine in the world doing the same

[@planningcalm]

Lol! It’s part of her individuality😊

[@imrachel941]

Hi!😊 What a wonderful video! I love using paper to sort out thoughts and tasks, it’s just so helpful to see things written down and then checked off when they’ve been taken care of! I think this is a very organized and calm way to go about this! Everything still gets done but it’s no longer overwhelming (or at the very least it’s less overwhelming!). Thank you so much for sharing this with us, I think it’s a great idea and super helpful! Thinking calm thoughts your way!!❤❤

[@planningcalm]

Thanks so much! 😊Always appreciate you!!

[@HumbleVoyager]

Hi, Cat! That is such a good idea. I'm incorporating that idea right away. I love lists, but they can certainly overwhelm me in a heartbeat! Thanks for the video. I'm sending many blessings your way for a calm end to the school year!

[@planningcalm]

Blessings right back to you. Only two more days til calm begins😊❤️

[@misseducates8521]

Your video and lighting in this one is great Cat. Did you get a new camera?

[@planningcalm]

Just trying to experiment with my iPhone settings. I’m glad you like it!😊

[@misseducates8521]

Your handwriting is exceptional. Have you ever thought of creating your own font?

[@planningcalm]

I’ve considered it. Maybe in the future😊

[@prettybrown3829]

Pleeease do. Also can you do a sheet that you write the alphabet in upper & lower , 1-10 & the months , 2024, 2025 in a pdf. I’m would compensate whatever your fee is.