Why do we put off the things that we say are the most important?
Why doesn’t our most crucial task get done? Or the thing that we have been meaning to do for months?
Eventually things catch up to us. Either there are consequences. Or we simply miss the opportunity to do them.
Whether it is playing with the kids. Starting a new career. Or simply telling someone we care about them.
Don’t put off the important things. You may not get another chance.
50 Things You’re Putting Off That You’ll Regret Later
- Doing the #1 task on your todo list.
- Making that phone call.
- Getting the car maintenance done.
- Fixing something that is out-of-order.
- Going to the doctor.
- Getting enough sleep.
- Pursuing your dreams.
- Reading a book.
- Spending time with someone you care about.
- Going for a walk.
- Going to see the person you need to talk to.
- Exercising.
- Telling the truth.
- Confronting something from your past.
- Doing something for your future.
- Saving money.
- Learning something new.
- Answering that email.
- Getting your degree.
- Working on your resume.
- Finding a new job.
- Doing something that you are passionate about.
- Putting yourself first.
- Getting a life… yours.
- Facing a fear.
- Starting your hobby.
- Losing weight.
- Taking time off from work.
- Helping someone who needs it.
- Appreciating your family.
- Setting goals for yourself.
- Testing and stretching your limits.
- Eating a healthy meal.
- Enjoying some quiet time.
- Traveling someplace you have never been.
- Doing something you have never done.
- Talking to someone you don’t know, but want to.
- Starting a new habit.
- Stopping a bad habit.
- Cleaning up your desk.
- Donating something to charity.
- Writing in your journal.
- Going to see a friend.
- Emptying the garage.
- Taking the dog for a walk.
- Playing with your kids.
- Taking your spouse on a date.
- Doing something on your bucket list.
- Standing up for yourself.
- Telling someone you love them.
Don’t Regret It, Instead Do It
There is never enough time to do it all.
Stop putting these things off today.
Do what you need to do. And what you have been meaning to do.
You might not get another chance.
Question: What’s on your list? What are you putting off?
@varunbaria so, how exactly do u find such #Weird Stuff ??
@varunbaria so, how exactly do u find such #Weird Stuff ??
@theonlyakhilesh Serendipity, my friend.
@varunbaria what kind of, exactly, “happy accident” or “pleasant surprise” ??
@varunbaria Can we add *Upgrading your computer/password security* as number 51?
@varunbaria Can we add *Upgrading your computer/password security* as number 51?
@theonlyakhilesh Serendipity, my friend.
@varunbaria what kind of, exactly, “happy accident” or “pleasant surprise” ??
@belladogauthor Ah… I should have guessed that would be your favorite. 🙂
@belladogauthor Ah… I should have guessed that would be your favorite. 🙂
@mymamihood I know *you* aren’t putting things off. 🙂 Best wishes.
@mymamihood I know *you* aren’t putting things off. 🙂 Best wishes.
@TMNinja I try not to but that list is awesome so I’ll be referring to it often! 😉
@tasksarranger You made me go back and look to see which was #17. 🙂
@tasksarranger You made me go back and look to see which was #17. 🙂
@TMNinja I try not to but that list is awesome so I’ll be referring to it often! 😉
Nice list. In my list, I’d put #50 as #1 !
Nice list. In my list, I’d put #50 as #1 !
Nice list. In my list, I’d put #50 as #1 !
Nice list. In my list, I’d put #50 as #1 !
Nice list. In my list, I’d put #50 as #1 !
Nice list. In my list, I’d put #50 as #1 !
Nice list. In my list, I’d put #50 as #1 !
Nice list. In my list, I’d put #50 as #1 !
@lmau RIght on! I didn’t say you have to do them in order. 🙂
@TMNinja@lmau This is a comprehensive list, very impressive.
@lmau RIght on! I didn’t say you have to do them in order. 🙂
Great post! My husband and I recently went away to do our annual planning. After looking over your list, the only one I’m really missing (that applied to me, of course) was to journal. This one thing seems to slip between the cracks in my busy day. But you’ve inspired me and I’m on to adding this one to my daily goals list!
Great post! My husband and I recently went away to do our annual planning. After looking over your list, the only one I’m really missing (that applied to me, of course) was to journal. This one thing seems to slip between the cracks in my busy day. But you’ve inspired me and I’m on to adding this one to my daily goals list!
@SonyaThompson Thx, Sonya! BTW, do you journal on paper or electronically?
I am curious which medium most people do these days.
@SonyaThompson Thx, Sonya! BTW, do you journal on paper or electronically?
I am curious which medium most people do these days.
@TMNinja@lmau This is a comprehensive list, very impressive.
You forgot flossing 🙂
You forgot flossing 🙂
@rosemaryoneill Oh… that’s a good one. 🙂
@TMNinja You read my mind. My mantra for 2012 is “Start doing!”
@TMNinja You read my mind. My mantra for 2012 is “Start doing!”
@rosemaryoneill Oh… that’s a good one. 🙂
@rosemaryoneill Oh… that’s a good one. 🙂
I just started using Workflowy to tract many of the to-dos that aren’t really projects of tasks. It’s been terrific, especially after I created the bookmark on my Home Screen of my iPhone and iPad. Now, if I think of that little thing than doesn’t seem to get done, I “jot” it down in Workflowy. I’ve also created a tab for it in my browser, so I’m reminded to peruse it several times a day. Best part is that it’s free! Check it out at http://www.workflowy.com (and, no, I’m no affiliated with them at all).
@paulhburton Paul, good stuff! I am a Workflowy fan, as well.
See my take here… http://tmninja.us/zAqwdo
@TMNinja@paulhburton And don’t forget to make it an “app” on the iDevice by using the ultra-convenient Save to Home Screen option under the Share button. That way you can capture all the “oh yas” that pop into your head when you’re away from your computer.
This a really great list – something for all of us to learn from – does anyone manage all 50? Is that even physically possible? The two that get me most are keeping up with my journal and making that phone call (for me this is too friends, many overseas). Both come to me at the end of busy days when I know I should do them and in the long run they are good, but tiredness so often gets the better of me (or browsing blogs).
@Yvette_Buro36 jaaaaa! Een foto, wat goed zeg! #nice
@wordsrimportant Thx, Lisa! How have you been? 🙂
@TMNinja Hello Friend! I am LOVING my new 2012 calendar!!! It’s brilliant. THANK YOU. Still sorting out the chaos that is my life…
@wordsRimportant Awesome! Glad you like the calendar!
@Greendrv 21, eh? 😀
@stringsn88keys sadly, I really need to tackle 1-4.
@Greendrv I probably could fit something for each one.
This is a super list. If we listed 5 granular items under each one, and then set out to do just one granular item each day, imagine what a year that would be?!
@daveyoung Dave, love your thinking here… it would be powerful to see what you could accomplish in a year. 🙂
See my posts… “What Could You Do in a Year/2Years?”
http://timemanagementninja.com/2011/08/what-could-you-do-in-two-years/
I love this list! If I was to add anything at all, it would be to take a minute or two each day to appreciate where I am in life at that time and what I have. We are always so busy trying to get somewhere else, that we rarely look at where we are.
Chris Draper
@krisdraper Kris, absolutely! Being in the moment and appreciating it is key. 🙂