Comments on: Mom gets the right things done with the Natural Planning Model https://gettingthingsdone.com/2011/05/mom-gets-the-right-things-done-with-the-natural-planning-model/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mom-gets-the-right-things-done-with-the-natural-planning-model David Allen's GTD® Methodology Tue, 16 Aug 2016 00:00:08 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9 By: GTD Times Staff https://gettingthingsdone.com/2011/05/mom-gets-the-right-things-done-with-the-natural-planning-model/#comment-36536 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 00:00:08 +0000 http://www.gtdtimes.com/2011/05/20/#comment-36536 In reply to ranjeet kumar.

There are many places project plans/support material could go, such as the “note” field where you are listing the project, in another program, a hard copy folder, etc. The key is to not blend your project support with next actions. Be sure you have a clear list of next actions you can take now, in a separate place or list from ideas/notes/future actions. Hope that helps!

]]> By: ranjeet kumar https://gettingthingsdone.com/2011/05/mom-gets-the-right-things-done-with-the-natural-planning-model/#comment-36490 Mon, 15 Aug 2016 10:20:06 +0000 http://www.gtdtimes.com/2011/05/20/#comment-36490 Thanks lot for posting such an great article, it is really helpful. I am an college student and I am also fairly new to gtd. I am really confuse about where should I put this planning material, should I make different file, like project planning and put the planning model (except next action list because that will go in next action list with other actions) of each project there on separate pages. Where should I put this information. I am really confuse and stuck, it would be really great if you address this issue. Thanks a lot again.

]]> By: Kim https://gettingthingsdone.com/2011/05/mom-gets-the-right-things-done-with-the-natural-planning-model/#comment-3366 Wed, 15 Jun 2011 17:31:58 +0000 http://www.gtdtimes.com/2011/05/20/#comment-3366 I came across a wonderful example of a life purpose in the book, ‘The Way Of The Warrior, The Paradox Of The Martial Arts’ by Howard Reid and Michael Croucher, 1983. The authors surveyed the martial arts around the world (for a BBC programme in 1980-81) then wrote the book. On page 115: 90-year old father Hung has a Long Life Poem (written in elaborate calligraphy).

Sound sleep, early rising,
When eating, stop when still one quarter is empty,
Always walk, and smile, always smile,
Be free of worries and busy every day,
You will not grow old.

April, it sounds like you’ve got the “Be free of worries and busy every day” covered, and the rest in your sights. May you never grow old!
Thank you for publishing your experience with GTD.

]]> By: Cori https://gettingthingsdone.com/2011/05/mom-gets-the-right-things-done-with-the-natural-planning-model/#comment-3365 Wed, 08 Jun 2011 02:43:15 +0000 http://www.gtdtimes.com/2011/05/20/#comment-3365 We’ve done the first couple of steps consistently but would love to see you post a little more detail on the brainstorming through organizing steps. Great post!

]]> By: Jim https://gettingthingsdone.com/2011/05/mom-gets-the-right-things-done-with-the-natural-planning-model/#comment-3364 Wed, 25 May 2011 10:45:51 +0000 http://www.gtdtimes.com/2011/05/20/#comment-3364 Great stuff.

]]> By: E Franco https://gettingthingsdone.com/2011/05/mom-gets-the-right-things-done-with-the-natural-planning-model/#comment-3363 Tue, 24 May 2011 17:15:36 +0000 http://www.gtdtimes.com/2011/05/20/#comment-3363 Everything needs maintenance, if you dont maintain it will break down early.
Find the time for GTD

]]> By: April Perry https://gettingthingsdone.com/2011/05/mom-gets-the-right-things-done-with-the-natural-planning-model/#comment-3362 Mon, 23 May 2011 17:25:45 +0000 http://www.gtdtimes.com/2011/05/20/#comment-3362 Thanks for all the kind comments. I really appreciate them. GTD has changed my life, and I love sharing it with others.

On my website, The Power of Moms, I’ve put together a GTD-based program called “Mind Organization for Moms.” Within that program, I’ve outlined my routine and explained how I organize my time, but here are a few general tips.

(1) Elizabeth is right on the money. I have to pick one thing to “fix” and then move on from there. The day I did this Natural Planning, I had about 12 other important tasks to accomplish, but I was so stressed out that I decided to put everything on hold until I figured out my life plan. That has changed everything.

(2) Fly Lady’s book “Sink Reflections” has also been a huge blessing for me. I’ve been using her morning, evening, and cleaning routines with my family, and I feel like I’ve gained an extra hour a day.

(3) I have my children’s bedtimes and nap times established consistently, as well. On The Power of Moms, there’s an article called “Mommy’s Naptime 101,” as well as a webinar/podcast called “Me Time for Moms.” I love being with my family, but quiet time is good for all of us.

Hope that’s helpful.

Thank you so much!

April

]]> By: Elizabeth Saunders-Time Coach https://gettingthingsdone.com/2011/05/mom-gets-the-right-things-done-with-the-natural-planning-model/#comment-3361 Mon, 23 May 2011 13:17:24 +0000 http://www.gtdtimes.com/2011/05/20/#comment-3361 Great, great point April!

A big part of not only being successful but feeling successful is setting realistic expectations. It’s much better to make consistent progress on a few areas than to try to do everything all at once.

Rich-I completely understand that it can be overwhelming to do a huge planning session when you feel totally strapped for time. What I’ve found works best is to choose just one area: For instance a messy desk, and to commit to consistent progress for a certain amount of time. For instance 15 minutes right after dinner each day. Then gradually, you can build in other routines.

To your brilliance!
Elizabeth Saunders

]]> By: Duncan https://gettingthingsdone.com/2011/05/mom-gets-the-right-things-done-with-the-natural-planning-model/#comment-3360 Sun, 22 May 2011 16:29:06 +0000 http://www.gtdtimes.com/2011/05/20/#comment-3360 This is a really helpful article. Being able to see a real-life example logically developed helped me to kick-start my own thinking. I’d like to see more examples if possible.

]]> By: Netty https://gettingthingsdone.com/2011/05/mom-gets-the-right-things-done-with-the-natural-planning-model/#comment-3359 Sat, 21 May 2011 16:36:58 +0000 http://www.gtdtimes.com/2011/05/20/#comment-3359 Thank you April! How youd described it was like seeing myself reading my email in the kitchen and in between my homework (I started studying recently) and getting my kids from school and the babysitter… I feel inspired to go to the process myself!

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