The 5 Advantages Of Being A List Maker | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Health and Wellness

The 5 Advantages Of Being A List Maker

I'm completely absorbed in the concept of having an organized life.

15
The 5 Advantages Of Being A List Maker
Belle Beth Cooper

Everyone has that one thing they can't make it through their day without. For some people, it's a big cup of coffee in the morning or maybe an ice-cold soda in the afternoon. Others, it's the comfort of having their social media accounts at their fingertips. For me, it's my to-do list.

I can't remember a time when I didn't make at least one list every day. I'm completely absorbed in the concept of having an organized life. My personal planner is filled with lists of house chores, things to buy from the grocery store, and assignments in the order that they are due. Sometimes I even make a list of the lists I need to make. If I misplaced my planner even for a day, I would be completely lost.

Some people may think my list-making is a little obsessive. If you're anything like me, you know there are so many pros to having everything written down. Including:

1. Having a list of the things you need to do throughout the day or week keeps you focused and on task.

2. You know exactly what you need to do and can plan my day accordingly.

3. There's a pleasing feeling associated with completing tasks and being able to proudly check or cross things off your list.

4. You can see how productive you have been and feel a sense of accomplishment.

5. Lists help you from having a complete meltdown when you feel like you have a million things to do. It can be intimidating when you know you have a busy day ahead of you, but writing it down can assure you that you aren't forgetting anything.

So next time you feel a little overwhelmed or want your life to seem a little more organized... make a list! You can thank me later.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Featured

15 Mind-Bending Riddles

Hopefully they will make you laugh.

182360
 Ilistrated image of the planet and images of questions
StableDiffusion

I've been super busy lately with school work, studying, etc. Besides the fact that I do nothing but AP chemistry and AP economics, I constantly think of stupid questions that are almost impossible to answer. So, maybe you could answer them for me, and if not then we can both wonder what the answers to these 15 questions could be.

Keep Reading...Show less
Entertainment

Most Epic Aurora Borealis Photos: October 2024

As if May wasn't enough, a truly spectacular Northern Lights show lit up the sky on Oct. 10, 2024

9166
stunning aurora borealis display over a forest of trees and lake
StableDiffusion

From sea to shining sea, the United States was uniquely positioned for an incredible Aurora Borealis display on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, going into Friday, Oct. 11.

It was the second time this year after an historic geomagnetic storm in May 2024. Those Northern Lights were visible in Europe and North America, just like this latest rendition.

Keep Reading...Show less
 silhouette of a woman on the beach at sunrise
StableDiffusion

Content warning: This article contains descriptions of suicide/suicidal thoughts.

When you are feeling down, please know that there are many reasons to keep living.

Keep Reading...Show less
Relationships

Power of Love Letters

I don't think I say it enough...

453840
Illistrated image of a letter with 2 red hearts
StableDiffusion

To My Loving Boyfriend,

  • Thank you for all that you do for me
  • Thank you for working through disagreements with me
  • Thank you for always supporting me
  • I appreciate you more than words can express
  • You have helped me grow and become a better person
  • I can't wait to see where life takes us next
  • I promise to cherish every moment with you
  • Thank you for being my best friend and confidante
  • I love you and everything you do

To start off, here's something I don't say nearly enough: thank you. Thank you, thank you, thank you from the bottom of my heart. You do so much for me that I can't even put into words how much I appreciate everything you do - and have done - for me over the course of our relationship so far. While every couple has their fair share of tiffs and disagreements, thank you for getting through all of them with me and making us a better couple at the other end. With any argument, we don't just throw in the towel and say we're done, but we work towards a solution that puts us in a greater place each day. Thank you for always working with me and never giving up on us.

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

11 Signs You Grew Up In Hauppauge, NY

Because no one ever really leaves.

24104
Map of Hauppauge, New York
Google

Ah, yes, good old Hauppauge. We are that town in the dead center of Long Island that barely anyone knows how to pronounce unless they're from the town itself or live in a nearby area. Hauppauge is home to people of all kinds. We always have new families joining the community but honestly, the majority of the town is filled with people who never leave (high school alumni) and elders who have raised their kids here. Around the town, there are some just some landmarks and places that only the people of Hauppauge will ever understand the importance or even the annoyance of.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments