How to create a 'SUPER PLANNER' for instant productivity! (My favorite productivity tip!!)

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[elizabethh]

The original frog quote was by favorite author Mark Twain. "If it's your job to eat a frog, it's best to do it first thing in the morning. And If it's your job to eat two frogs, it's best to eat the biggest one first."

[Renske]

When I really dread a task, I’ll set a timer for 20 minutes. I know that I can always handle 20 minutes, so I’ll tell myself “okay, I’m gonna do this for 20 minutes and see how far I’ll get it done”. 99% of the time the task is finished before the 20 minutes are over. A timer always makes me more productive. But I do have to say that minimalism has really helped me with this, because prior to minimizing my head was just too full to even start a task. Now my house feels better so I have space for other things.

[robynyoung]

Instead of "eat the frog, " I prefer "slay the dragon." Makes me feel like a warrior!!

[healthyroots]

You're an amazing teacher! Love your timing when you talk, your energy (not too much or too little), how relatable you are, how you organized the information you are sharing, and the overall length of the video. Very engaging! Im a licensed counselor and very impressed by your approach :) What a joy to stumble upon your video!

[robinschade]

OMG! I watched this video and then adopted the "eat the frog" mentality and decided to tackle some paperwork I have been putting off. I went to handle it and while doing this noticed there was almost $800 of fraud charges on our bank account. called the bank, cancelled card, they refunded our money and a new card is being mailed out all within 20 minutes! Thank

[lindamarsden]

Dawn has had a huge impact. I've switched to eating frogs several months ago and it is changing my life. It's built my confidence because I feel in control . I also created a project book (wire-bound blank book with lined pages) Here I list the things I want to accomplish, Then I divide them up into projects were I list the steps and supplies needed to do each project. I leave extra room so I can add anything I've overlooked. This takes stuff off my mind and I feel more relaxed I then take my planner and list the "To Do's for the day, including any frogs and I do the frogs first; so they are not hanging over my head. I've also learned to be more honest with myself as to what I can accomplish in a day. I find I am taking better care of myself and not stressing so much. 💖😎

[scottcronin]

Just ate a frog. I needed to schedule a recall on my truck at a dealership where I didn’t buy the vehicle. I’ve been putting off the call for three months and finally did it today. The recall will be taken care of in one hour tomorrow!

[Carolmaizy]

Another thoughtful, inspiring video- thank you. You are so right. I've had medical issues this year, and there are a lot of frog tasks I have to get through, now that I'm starting to feel better. Coincidentally, just yesterday I had a great energy day and decided to clean my sewing room, declutter it, and rearrange. It was more work than I've done in one day in 6 months. I'm tired today, lol, but my spirits are so high, because the room looks fantastic and I feel a huge sense of relief! It was a big frog, but so glad I ate it!

[yanammm]

I love the tip about focusing on how good it will feel when the “frog” task is done! I usually think how bad it will feel to be doing it... so I procrastinate... It’s all about switching your perspective! Brilliant! Thank you 🤗

[barbaramurley]

I always had junk and clutter throughout my house. My wonderful workable solution has been to do 5-minute pickups for each room. I take my timer with me from room to room. Six rooms takes a half hour. In about 3 days most of the clutter is gone! Works well and what a difference. I also include my kitchen table for 5 minutes where incoming stuff gathers.

[summerbaby]

Sometimes those “frog tasks” are very daunting/overwhelming. So I break it down to super small baby steps. I write it all out so I can visualize the process and see myself getting started. If I can get the very first step, I usually get enough momentum to finish.

[valhinkle]

You are such a blessing. You have helped me so much on my minimalist journey. This eating frogs thing is just one more stress reliever making my load lighter. Thanks so much!!

[bryannelane]

You are my fave YouTube channel. ❤️ I appreciate you so much. I’m a pastor’s wife and have 2 daughters ages 16 and 9 and a son who went to Heaven 11 years ago. 6 years ago, I suddenly became sick with an unidentified autoimmune disease and have been very sick ever since. 4 years ago, I had multiple strokes and thank the Lord that I have no major lasting effects from them. A year ago, I started having trouble breathing and was just diagnosed with a rare disease where my muscles do not accept the oxygen my heart and lungs produce and instead turn the available glucose into lactic acid. This is part of my breathing problem and there is no known treatment. There are clinical trials in a couple of states, but my specialist is trying cardiac rehab with me first to see if that makes a difference. I say all this to say your channel is such a help and inspiration to me. ❤️ God bless you. You are reaching people in ways far beyond what you realize. ❤️

[crybebebunny]

I know that even a list of things with frogs and cake can allow you to see that you are doing things. Then after a few days, try the frogs first approach. Baby steps cake slices and one frog.. Then frog first and then a cake slice, soon you will eat the frogs at the time you get a frog because you will have cake after.

[micaylaspencer]

There is a book called Mini Habits by Stephen Guise (also on blinkist) that may be helpful for anyone who feels that their frogs are too daunting. Like say working out to get healthy, one example could be the habit is just getting ready for the workout and then you can stop if you want but usually it will naturally lead into you working out. It's easier to start when you know that you don't have to do the whole thing to get the win. As long as you showed up and consistently did the mini habit, you're winning.

[juliecox]

Oh boy.... I am literally watching this as I procrastinate with calling the orthodontist to reschedule appointments around the new (not so clear yet) alternating school calendar! Let me hit pause and I will come back!

[RetroPrepper]

I just got my 4 wisdom teeth out, which I have been putting off for about 3 years. I was afraid of being under anesthesia and was dreading the expense and the whole painful ordeal. When I finally called to set it up, it turned out that using novocaine was an option instead of anesthesia, which was a relief. Then when it came time to get it done, it was much quicker and less painful than I expected, including the recovery. It was also about a thousand dollars less than originally quoted because it was done using novocaine and because the extractions went so smoothly. I am so glad that it is over and done with, and as with most frog tasks, it wasn't nearly as horrendous as I had anticipated! :-)

[jennanethers]

Let me tell you this stranger has helped me so much and I am only 13 years old. For 5 years I had these terrible head aces. But wants I started a minimal life style they went way I did not know it was because I was a hoarder who new. Thank you so much Dawn for helping me. Now lets go convince my mom to be a minimalist.

[maureenfrank]

Thanks, Dawn. Great reminder about “eating the frog”. Along with all the helpful ideas you shared, I also find it helpful to ‘set an intention’ before “eating the frog”, to visualize the outcome in a positive light. For instance with the dentist bill example, a sample intention could be: after the phone call I will have a smile on my face because the issue was resolved quickly and easily. Athletes use intention setting (visualization) before their sporting events to help with their performance. It’s amazing how well it works.

BTW I finally did one of those “frogs” last week where I used your “boundaries” technique for all my clothes (from one of your previous videos) and when I was done, I delivered 7 bags and 1 box full of clothes to a local thrift store. It gave me great joy on multiple levels. Bring on the frogs! 🐸 🐸 🐸 😁

[rosesaqt]

Thank you so much for sharing this. I had a keychain, once upon a time, that I had long forgotten about... I can't even remember where I bought it... that said something to the effect of "If you eat a frog first thing in the morning, nothing worse will happen to either of you the rest of the day."