Small changes make small changes. But they are changes nonetheless.
- Jul 25, 2025
- 3 min read
In this week’s post, I’m diving into how making a few small changes to our daily routines can help ease the stress of toxic productivity. I’ve struggled with perfectionism and the pressure always to appear functional. The truth is, sometimes I am forgetful and wasteful. If we are all honest, this is the exhausted theme song for most of us. Over time, I’ve made some incredible tweaks to my routines that helped me create a sustainable rhythm. I’m sharing those changes in hopes that you, too, can let go of perfectionism and find a pace that actually works for you. Trying to be a superhero all the time is tiring, and finding a flow feels way more doable.
First off, this is a judgment-free zone. Everyone’s life is different, and it’s okay wherever you fall on the organization scale—whether you’re already on top of things, feeling like a total mess, or somewhere in between. I hope you find something valuable in the habits I’ve picked up over the years.
Write it Down (Get it Out of Your Head!) – A lot of people aren’t afraid of being organized; they’re more scared of the unknown. They worry about how much effort it’ll take, whether they’ll mess things up, or if things will get messier. The first step is to write everything down, whether you’re sorting out your pantry, suitcase, or a project. Just getting it all out of your head and onto paper can work wonders. It does two things:
It clears your mind and redirects that energy somewhere manageable.
It gives you a clear picture of what you’re up against, so you can figure out your plan.
2. Define Your Priorities – Think of priorities as anything that gets in the way of you doing other stuff. It’s super important to spot what’s blocking your progress in your schedule. I’d suggest sticking to about 10 priorities each week. Sure, you can tackle more things, but only after knocking out those first ten. The idea is to focus on what you can realistically achieve in a week. To help sort out your priorities, ask yourself a few questions:
a. Does this need to be done before something else?
b. What makes this feel urgent? If I don’t finish it now, will it mess up other tasks?
c. Do I have everything I need to get this done, or is part of it out of my control?
d. Do I have the time to wrap this up this week?
You are allowed to be honest with yourself, even if the truth is a little ugly or hard to hear.
3. Find the Easy Wins – Tackling short, manageable tasks at the start can boost your motivation. When reviewing your list, focus on the simpler tasks you can complete
within a few hours. It’s totally fine to break larger tasks into smaller bits and spread them out. If something’s taking longer than expected, pause and figure out why. Maybe the task is simply too big or beyond your control. If that’s the case, handle what you can first, then identify any roadblocks and keep moving forward.
4. Breathe – Take your time. If you’re new to organizing and managing your time, the first try might feel really overwhelming. But trust me, it gets easier with practice! You might not achieve perfection, but you’ll definitely see improvement.
affirmations to get you through:
My worth isn’t measured by speed; I achieve great things by working at a pace that honors my well-being.
I trust my process and progress, knowing that consistent effort at my rhythm leads to sustainable success.
I am focused and efficient. I celebrate every step forward, regardless of the size or how long it takes.
cheers to finding more flow xoxo
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