Thread by @Aal_Moalim

Want to actually get things done?

I've been using this ridiculously simple method that works way better than any app.

U just need pen and paper…

The problem with most tasks is that they're boring, take forever, and the reward comes way later.

Eg studying for a test.

Your brain hates delayed gratification.

My solution: Write your daily tasks on actual paper. Today mine were:

• Register company bank account
• Clean room
• Wash clothes
• Call a friend
• Make a video
• Reply to comments

When you complete a task, you get to physically cross it out.

That line through the words hits different than tapping a phone screen.

Your brain gets instant dopamine.

Order your list by importance.

Most important at top, least at bottom.

I put "register new company" first because it was crucial for my business launch.

Use fun tasks as rewards for boring ones.

I Just finished tedious paperwork?

I Reward myself by calling my friend or making that video.

You're literally training your brain to enjoy hard work.

Why paper works better than apps:

• Physical action of crossing out = bigger dopamine hit

• Can't get distracted by notifications

• Something about handwriting makes it stick in your brain

• No battery required lol

Try it tomorrow.

Write 5-7 tasks on paper, rank by importance, cross them out as you go.

Use the fun stuff as rewards for the hard stuff.

Your productivity will actually surprise you.