The Importance Of The Not-To-Do List

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If you're like most people, you probably have a to-do list, and you use it to help you focus on getting things done.
If you don't have it, you might want to make one, as it brings plenty of psychological benefits.
However, I would also suggest you create a not-to-do list.
This list compliments the to-do list incredibly well, and it might be even more important.
Let me explain...

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@BetterThanYesterday 3 жыл бұрын

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@thombears 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@wadepatton2433 3 жыл бұрын

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@clintrichardsonclintfromny203 3 жыл бұрын

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@wadepatton2433 3 жыл бұрын

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@anshidapt3957 3 жыл бұрын

Please do a vid on a overcoming perfectionism..

@GlenPrinceTech 3 жыл бұрын

My To do list: 1. Make a to do list. 2. Make a not to do list...

@WantedUniverse 3 жыл бұрын

Lmao

@holipog1538 3 жыл бұрын

@@WantedUniverse same

@skie6282 3 жыл бұрын

Wait until he hears he already did step 1

@Cod4Wii 3 жыл бұрын

Nice

@freezeman3995 3 жыл бұрын

U can forget about this, u already did half a work😄

@cosmicelectron7018 3 жыл бұрын

You are our personal guide.

@broskam5113 3 жыл бұрын

Communism

@cosmicelectron7018 3 жыл бұрын

@@broskam5113 our*

@jamelfergusson 3 жыл бұрын

Sad

@chitrasridharan 3 жыл бұрын

My dear FRIEND , HE IS MY MENTOR

@broskam5113 3 жыл бұрын

Impossible

@raufowaty2 3 жыл бұрын

"When we're free to do anything, we often end up doing nothing." That actually described my recent summer breaks pretty accurately. Also, is it a coincidence how Mike looks like a Snapchat Bitmoji ?

@friedegg3732 2 жыл бұрын

glad i wasn't the only one to notice the bitmoji esk style

@bobasho8990 Жыл бұрын

Graduating from school made me realize that I CAN NOT handle pure freedom well. Having that structure made it much easier for me to focus and made free time seem more precious.

@patrickstauffer2033 2 жыл бұрын

Irony being that I'm stuck watching these videos instead of doing work! 🙃

@dharmendrashekhawat7910 2 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣

@dharmendrashekhawat7910 2 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣

@gloriahoulne1034 2 жыл бұрын

Same

@GMAMEC Жыл бұрын

Lol, me too. However, I am sharing this because it might help a friend.

@kishorgyawali9596 Жыл бұрын

Ussss

@lemonielala3080 3 жыл бұрын

I don't have a to-do list anymore (after my burnout, when I had massive daily to do lists), I have a ta-da list in stead, where I write down what I have done when I've done it. 😉 Less pressure, I still get shit done, and days when I feel like I've gotten nothing done I can look at the list an realize I've actually achieved a lot.

@polinaracheeva9163 3 жыл бұрын

Believe it or not, I'm doing an "I-ve-done" list, when I mark everything I have done which is useful. I still hold accountable. The thing is that to-do makes me actually to not do things from the list at all

@polinaracheeva9163 3 жыл бұрын

And it is exactly because I mostly feel drowsy and de motivated. So this list is telling me "you've done it, even though you thought you couldn't"

@jackiem9460 3 жыл бұрын

This is a great idea! Especially for perfectionists (like me...)

@vickisnemeth7474 3 жыл бұрын

I do these, sometimes. They're good for giving yourself credit for important things that you forget to count, and you can also use them to track actions you could phase out and replace.

@AintHere4You 3 жыл бұрын

Reminds me of Patrik from Spongebobs list: To do: - Nothing CHECK - Relax CHECK Yeah you get the point :D

@QuestionEverythingButWHY 3 жыл бұрын

“The first principle is that you must not fool yourself and you are the easiest person to fool. -Richard P. Feynman

@Seasonal-Shadow_4674 3 жыл бұрын

Free Will is an Illusion.

@nimimerkillinen 3 жыл бұрын

@Alex i wouldnt mind them if they werent so blatant fishing for subscribing and watching his videos

@Seasonal-Shadow_4674 3 жыл бұрын

Fernsehen macht dumm! What do you think?

@Seasonal-Shadow_4674 3 жыл бұрын

Fernsehen macht dumm! Free is when we are at peace at what we do and who we are and are 100% comfortable and in control. Will is our the strength of our desire and want and feelins

@hamidaminirad 3 жыл бұрын

@@Seasonal-Shadow_4674 Strangely enough, most people who say this are also against liberty and freedom and prefer more despotic conditions, although if you really believe, that there's no free will, then "controling" and "managing" people would be absolutely senseles, since in your opinion it would make no difference, whether you control people or you don't. But all you people know, that people don't behave the same, when they are in the same situation, but their abilities and beliefs play a central role and decide how they're going to behave.

@QuestionEverythingButWHY 3 жыл бұрын

“Keep away from people who try to belittle your ambitions. Small people always do that, but the really great make you feel that you, too, can become great.” ― Mark Twain

@samdoesstuff4924 3 жыл бұрын

who is this mark twain guy and why does he create all the quotes on the internet

@isabsbj611 2 жыл бұрын

Good Question -Sun Tsu Art of War

@mirabethy 3 жыл бұрын

This is basically creating a "Mom List" of things that your mother used to stop you from doing when you had homework or chores to do. Moving out and growing up means you have to "Mom List" yourself now :p

@brim4brim 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah as one motivational speaker said in a talk I watched, you have to be your own parent. That's self-discipline because you might never feel like doing it so just do it.

@davidgonzalez-herrera2980 3 жыл бұрын

MiraBethy What if you never met your mom

@ThisisLuzifer 3 жыл бұрын

@@davidgonzalez-herrera2980 Oh snap

@KayronTheFifth 2 жыл бұрын

"I have become that which I swore to destroy!"

@AnimilesYT 3 жыл бұрын

Todo: - Complete some work Not Todo: - Watch distracting videos on KZfaq

@lizzie-4011 3 жыл бұрын

mood 😂

@katiebilliam 3 жыл бұрын

to be fair I must admit that the KZfaq videos contribute a huge self-development.

@pedrozajnr7475 Жыл бұрын

Not-to-do list 1. Go on social media 2. Play video games 3. Listen to music 4. Stay on my phone📱 5. Watch KZfaq videos etc 6. Procrastinate 7. Run out of ideas 8. Not meditate 9. Not learn something new 10. Not reflect

@anonymous10.10. Жыл бұрын

@dorax1876 3 жыл бұрын

Now, I m so confident to say That " better than yesterday " Is actually making me Better than yesterday !

@averycockburn31 3 жыл бұрын

This is brilliant. Rather than making a separate list, I'm just going to add the NOTs to my bullet journal's daily to-do list. If I check everything off the list on a given day, I give myself a sticker in the journal. It sounds juvenile, but it is strangely motivating (also rare, maybe 1 out of every 7 days), like getting a bonus reward in a game.

@lauralos9973 3 жыл бұрын

you should check out this app called habitica! its literally a to do list app that works by giving you game rewards when you check off tasks!

@averycockburn31 3 жыл бұрын

@@lauralos9973 I love Habitica! I've been a subscriber for ~4 years. :)

@Seasonal-Shadow_4674 3 жыл бұрын

Free Will is an Illusion.

@xoli.8780 2 жыл бұрын

Im going to give your method a try. Idk if it sounds juvenile of it works im in. I really want to liberate my self from procrastinating it has hindered me from accomplishing my goals too many times.

@averycockburn31 2 жыл бұрын

@@xoli.8780 Good luck! I find the key is not adding too many tasks to any one day's list. If I never earn any stickers, it's a sign that I'm over-tasking myself and need to be more realistic about how much can get done.

@faithgram3114 3 жыл бұрын

This channel is like an online mentor/coach for adults.When we're grown it's easy to forget that we don't know everything & that there's always room to improve ourselves & our lives in general. These videos along with TedTalks really have helped & benefited me in *so many aspects. Thank U 4 the content!! Per usual, I always learn something new.👏👏👏

@scarlyt1017 3 жыл бұрын

This channel is so good since it doesnt make you wait with too much introductions and start with the point in a small story like way and its among the few channels I actually listen to without getting distracted or read the comments instead of watching. I also loved your other video about mini habits. Its working well for me

@davidsdinero 3 жыл бұрын

#1 NOT TO DO is procrastinate

@pandavanda3923 3 жыл бұрын

@Bruh Moment Bruh।।

@eileenlester4342 3 жыл бұрын

🤪

@yashronaldo30 3 жыл бұрын

It’s beneficial to be more specific

@IdiotWithEducation 3 жыл бұрын

I'll do it tomorrow

@brim4brim 3 жыл бұрын

You beat procrastination by planning your day!

@arvindmanohar3916 3 жыл бұрын

I haven't ever heard of this idea before it sounds really good and helpful. I'm going to make one right now. Thanks

@AskBobnFran 3 жыл бұрын

We are both in our 80's and still believe in having a strong body and a calm mind. This was an interesting video and we learned a lot. We are doing research for our new YT channel that is all about healthy aging. Thank you so much and keep up the great work!

@xyzgunsan9815 Жыл бұрын

no words can describe how i am so grateful to find this video, this is what i am struggling with past months

@nicogoat4693 Жыл бұрын

how did it go ?

@shahnaznurrizkieffendie953 3 жыл бұрын

You're very resilient, I remember when your subscriber hasn't reached 100k yet and look at you now. Thank you for keep inspiring!

@davidemmanuel3001 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks bro! You just fixed major part of my life. You are a sage, although you sound young. Wisdom of ages is with you

@jaxx-inspiregrowcreate2862 3 жыл бұрын

Not to do: Junk food Laziness procrastination distractions

@dluxe9243 3 жыл бұрын

Too vague, set yourself times as well for when you can do things

@impostor3246 3 жыл бұрын

No fap too

@Souxz 3 жыл бұрын

Eh, I'll do all of those tmr

@goon5544 3 жыл бұрын

You forgot pooping

@GamingDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

KZfaq

@lukeanddaleigh 3 жыл бұрын

Honestly, this is a great idea! I love lists, but have never considered not-to-do lists. It seems so simple, but it never crossed my mind before. Thank you for all of the great ideas and motivation. I've learned a lot from your channel.

@petsforlife1195 3 жыл бұрын

Thank u for making this video, this really helped me with my life before school starts, because usually I become lazy once school is over, fix my self for a few days, not fully though and go to school. even though it has been 10 hours since u posted this, it still helped me more than the other days I tried to help myself combined. Thank you.

@rks.siddhartha 3 жыл бұрын

This is really helpful. I never thought like this, "Too much of freedom can be crippling!!". Thank you!!

@kBilalAhmedKhan 3 жыл бұрын

This channel is a gold mine of self-help vids! Thanks for producing such quality content!

@matthewcoffington9553 3 жыл бұрын

As always great tips. I unconsciously put something like this into my home-study routine already, but now that I know about it, I'm going to implement this fully.

@nutsacherry2552 3 жыл бұрын

Why is every vvideo so genious!? Thank u so much for your work! Love your voice and rich vocabulary which is extremely pleasant to listen

@djo_shorts6154 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you bro, one of the best youtuber

@jayyadav170 3 жыл бұрын

I needed this in quarantine where schools arent there so we can enjoy anytime when we feel sad. Also the point that TIER 2 activity shouldnt be done if u can do TIER 1 is something i should follow. Thank you for video.

@Mideezhanti 3 жыл бұрын

This is such a great channel. I feel like "Mike" has become a personal friend, I'm always so happy to see him lol.

@evalondon6845 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, I was missing him, he hadn't visited us for a while 🤗

@Nimantu 3 жыл бұрын

A very similar thing I did for studying was not to plan my study time and not know what to do in between, but instead plan my free time like sleep, eating and even one hour to play my favorite game. Because then, during planned time, I was free to think about the things I want to study during unplanned time. So, some kind of inverse psychology: Normally we make plans for complex tasks. But if you put eating, sleeping and playing games onto that list, studying is something easy that you can do out of boredom.

@anteater9408 3 жыл бұрын

Keep growing! You are a real life hero for me. Pls never stop making these super realistic and awesome content! ☺️

@MemoAl-Habet Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. I definitely have this problem of delaying important work so that I could play, only to end up not enjoying my time because I worry about the things I left for later. It's quite the vicious cycle, I will try making a not-to-do list. Again thanks for the great video!

@nitishnagar3710 3 жыл бұрын

Just made a To-Do list as I was procrastinating since couple months and wanted to get back on track to study but after watching this video I also have made my Not-To-Do list. Thanks a lot!❤

@maria.1313 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video, thank you! I've actually had such a hard time with boundaries and saying no - including to myself and this feels like a great way to do it and parent myself in the process. Setting certain limits is indeed liberating and I'm excited to give this to myself. Peace and love 🙏💜🕊️🌹🌞

@Mustafa_Wrya 3 жыл бұрын

"You would think these limits would frustrate mike because he doesn't have as much freedom as before, in fact this limitation liberated him" Exactly there are times limits liberate you and many people don't get this.

@syzygy4365 2 жыл бұрын

Amen!! 🥰

@Petra44YT Жыл бұрын

This is so powerful! In fact, watching TV in the morning or at mid-day used to be firmly on my "not to do list". The reason was simply that there was no TV programme where I live before 4 p.m. when I was a child. But I've caved in on that one. It was better then the rule was still in place. 🙂

@NickPoninski 3 жыл бұрын

Love your videos. So simple and yet so much information 👍🏼

@bagyaaluthge3111 Жыл бұрын

Your content is life changing! Thanks for everything!

@emmajohansson2505 3 жыл бұрын

I love your accent, it’s so relaxing yet inspirational

@jahmanguilmore8837 3 жыл бұрын

Best video from this channel , I'm motivated by it . but it doesn't mean that the other videos are bad , good effort thanks a lot

@janetisthename5827 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for making these videos they are helping a lot of people

@annapooranipoorani9267 3 жыл бұрын

Badly Needed video right now Thanks for uploading It's make more sense

@Jollybeans-ut6vw 3 жыл бұрын

Thankyou so much! Needed this 💚

@FromTheBiggining 3 жыл бұрын

My God!!! How RIGHT he is! Thank you for sharing.

@ElyBog1 2 жыл бұрын

I wish I could implement this to myself, but, freedom is so addictive. I think writing down a todo and not to do list would be a great start.

@annapooranipoorani9267 2 жыл бұрын

Good news for the year is your vidoes are back

@WisdomWealth77 3 жыл бұрын

NOT TO DO: Procrastinate TO DO: Take Action!

@rnjesus9950 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, and absolutely crucial to folks whose work doesn’t provide the typical structure.

@takeshiphan2068 3 жыл бұрын

Great video as always, I definitely do feel better than yesterday after watching your videos keep it up the good work!

@JijiJumper 11 ай бұрын

The Not-To-Do list technique eliminates mental load required for decision making, and also creates clear boundaries. So yes, it is indeed liberating. Thank you for your videos, they are truly interesting and engaging!

@mahamedahmedabdulle8185 3 жыл бұрын

I enjoy watching your videos they are really training. I'm really feeling better than yesterday thank you

@essa8724 2 жыл бұрын

Binge watching all these videos and can’t wait to apply tomorrow! 🤩

@arrowdynamicdisaster8356 2 жыл бұрын

How did it go?

@sunnyharsha Жыл бұрын

@@arrowdynamicdisaster8356 Tomorrow never came for him ig

@tazin8645 3 жыл бұрын

Your videos are great! I like and can relate myself to almost all of these. Love your channel!

@monicaf5906 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video! I always feel inspired to achieve my goals after these videos.

@rjanardhanan 3 жыл бұрын

Loving every video from you ! Thanks for the great work

@asna3715 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much This was very much needed for me Am preparing for a post graduation exam , and I was struggling with my to do list I am sure this is gonna make a good difference in my preparation and coming days are gonna be great Thank you Lots of love and gratitude

@MichaelHevor 3 жыл бұрын

When I saw the title, I thought, dang, this dude’s thinking outside the box. Good stuff!

@phuonganhtruong3766 2 жыл бұрын

This is really useful. Thank you so much 😊

@lisamariechadwick 3 жыл бұрын

A “not to do” list?! My mind is blown by this simple yet profound way of sidestepping procrastination 🙌 I am loving this 🙌

@Stepanthecrab 3 жыл бұрын

This channel is sooo good. Thank you a lot!

@whyiffat 3 жыл бұрын

Love your videos man... Really helpful!!!

@calviuskin4435 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent channel. Very useful content. Thanks for that. All the best of lucks to you.

@jayantrai1898 3 жыл бұрын

Tysm man.. I was just missing makin a not to do list.. I'll make it now n just do the ryt things Much love mate ❤❤

@padiemusic 3 жыл бұрын

Genius, can't wait to try this out!

@mariastreetdance2711 3 жыл бұрын

I didn't even knew about a not to do list! Thank you for making this video!

@migleka4267 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video! It's just what I needed.

@mddizon11 3 жыл бұрын

There was a real missed opportunity to call it a to don't list. Great video!

@ralphallensales7199 3 жыл бұрын

This is the best advice I have ever come across to. Thank you very much!!!!

@mariushangaard7857 3 жыл бұрын

u do really make what's needed to mt everyday basis. Thanks

@giri9934 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely brilliant video. Exactly what I needed.

@aduenamz2569 3 жыл бұрын

I deleted all game from my PC, and now I study 3-4 hours a day.

@LalzJeNeSuis 3 жыл бұрын

I think people need to prevent them to access to social networks (and KZfaq too, Can be a drug) for the time they are working

@spiderman5459 3 жыл бұрын

Good for you bro.hope you achie your dreams.

@aduenamz2569 3 жыл бұрын

Gandalf White thank you :)

@blackwersus 3 жыл бұрын

I made 2 Windows accounts and only install games on the GAMING account and work on the WORK account. WORK account needs to be open at 9-5. This also works wonders.

@wasw 3 жыл бұрын

@@blackwersus Games are installed on both though...

@pouriya8587 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the videos they really help.

@carlanormand3318 3 жыл бұрын

What a helpful idea to balance the “to do” list! Thank you!

@enduraman1 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! Another way of achieving good work and study habits is to set goals that have a fixed schedule. For example, working hours 9am to 5pm, study time 6pm to 8pm, and entertainment time after 8pm.

@critterwhisperer5821 2 жыл бұрын

Hi I have ADHD and this is an awesome idea that I’ll try to implement into my routine

@rhymemajotra3205 3 жыл бұрын

Your channel helped me to find the best way of living ❤️ I ask myself everytime that what would my best version do ? And problem is solved!

@glvarner 3 жыл бұрын

Good stuff. Thanks. Well done.

@NOOB_141 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice approach towards reaching to the goal Appreciated!!!

@cme_epicness 3 жыл бұрын

I need a not-todo list AND A FREAKING TODO LIST CAUSE IM HAVING AN EXISTENTIAL CRISIS!

@speedoflink 3 жыл бұрын

Existential crisis?

@ghulammustafa3628 3 жыл бұрын

#1 , get out of existential crisis by reading QURAN..

@cme_epicness 3 жыл бұрын

speed of link yeah... I am...

@bazookaaxel 3 жыл бұрын

@@ghulammustafa3628 lol

@speedoflink 3 жыл бұрын

@@cme_epicness I hope you find truth and tranquility in your life. My tip would be the same as Tech Akhbaar's actually.

@horangipower6502 3 жыл бұрын

Your videos are really very nice They really help me in improving my life

@dailydavid1858 3 жыл бұрын

Really loving the videos my dude :)

@fooy7969 3 жыл бұрын

Never thought about a not-to-do list but it would help immensely. I check things off of my to-do list but also watched about 3hrs of KZfaq first :/ I think this is gonna help me a lot. Thanks!!

@BeyondaThought 3 жыл бұрын

Damn I needed this so much right now. Trying to grow my KZfaq channel means I need to spend more time on it, editing and writing my videos. Only life keeps distracting me with things that'll take that time, Playstation and a job I hate in retail offering me work with an okay income but no long term fulfilling change.