Photo by Suzy Hazelwood on Pexels.com
I’m a list maker. It serves two purposes: It helps me remember all of the very important things I must do, and it makes me feel accomplished when I check things off. I usually have multiple lists going at once. Some things need to be done but not necessarily right away. But, I don’t want to forget to do them either. Thus, the list. Sometimes I find it necessary to prioritize my lists.
Yesterday was the day I prioritized the priority lists in order of greatest priority and the greatest priority on each priority list had to be prioritized as top priority in order to keep everything appropriately prioritized. It gets confusing but as long as I keep re-prioritizing everything eventually gets done. Prioritizing my priority lists each day is top priority. Capisce?
A little OCD? Maybe. I guess it depends on how you look at it. If prioritizing things is a priority, then the only way to properly approach each day is to know which priority to start with. Ergo, prioritizing the priority lists. See? It all makes sense.
Are you a list maker? Do you prioritize your lists? Do you get a sense of satisfaction when you check things off your list? Do you suddenly feel the need to go make a list? You’re welcome.
Word of the Day: Alexithymia
Fun Fact about me: Writing this blog post was on my priority list, but is now checked off. See how that works?
Original post by Jansen Schmidt, August 2020. Images by Pexels and giphy.com
Stay connected with news about my books and other fun stuff by signing up for my newsletter: http://bit.ly/JansenSchmidtNewsletter
On Hallowed Ground is available at fine retailers everywhere: http://bit.ly/2KONmnf
On Common Ground is available at fine retailers everywhere: http://bit.ly/2BBu7bb
jansenschmidt 
Ha! I do exactly the same thing. Usually, I’ll prioritize my weekend list (since that’s my only free time where I actually have large enough windows of time to accomplish my list), and then I’ll make more lists and figure out which things must get done and which can wait. Lists are good and keep me focused! I wouldn’t get as much done without them, for sure.
LikeLike
I don’t understand how anybody can remember stuff if they don’t write it down. It’s a horrible thing when I get the grocery store only to discover I’ve forgotten my list. But, because I had written the list in the first place I can usually remember almost everything that was on that list. Writing things down helps me remember. It’s a vicious cycle but I know you understand. Keep making lists my friend.
Always nice to have people join the conversation. Have a wonderfully prioritized week!
Patricia
LikeLike
Yes, I understand, but what about establishing priorities?
LikeLike
I do that when I’m prioritizing my priority lists in order of top priority. Some days it’s harder to prioritize than others but I always manage to get it done.
I’m so glad you “get” me. Thanks for joining the goofiness today. Keep on being you.
Patricia
LikeLike
If I make lists, I forget where I put them.
LikeLike
I do that to. It’s incredibly stressful. That’s why I’ve established a priority spot to put my priority lists. (wink)
Thanks for stopping by and joining the conversation. Always good to hear from my cyber friends. Don’t forget to be awesome today and take care of that shoulder.
Patricia
LikeLike
I’m all about the lists! Mine are electronic, so I don’t lose them (which used to happen with paper lists – the horrors!). And yes, they are prioritized. 🙂
LikeLike
Another person who “gets” it. Lists are an essential part of my day. And, I use the paper lists but I almost always use scratch paper that I have torn into smaller pieces from other printed materials. I get a little anxious when I run low on scratch paper. Thank goodness there’s always junk mail.
I’m glad you joined the goofy conversation this morning. Sometimes it’s fun to see how the brains of other people work. Keep on being fabulous. Have a great week.
Patricia
LikeLike
I get twice as much done if I make a list but am currently out of the habit. I’ll have to put it on my list. 🙂
LikeLike
I always feel so accomplished when I’ve checked things off the list. It certainly makes me feel like I’ve gotten a lot done. Whether or not that’s true is a mystery, but at least I’ve crossed it off the list.
Thanks for visiting today and joining the conversation. Always fun to see how the minds of other people work.
Patricia
LikeLike
Yes!
LikeLike