Comments on: When “Busy Work” is Productive & Satisfying

By: onebagnation

onebagnation — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 05:38:24 +0000

@Panther: exactly! the pile grows, the urgency grows, my anxiety grows! As for the date, we ended up seeing The Dark Knight and really did NOT enjoy it, so that was a bummer! But it was wonderful to have adult conversation over dinner.

By: Urban Panther

Urban Panther — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 23:04:54 +0000

That’s how I get at work. I put stuff aside because it’s nickel and dime, but then the nickel and dime becomes $100 bills because I’ve left them too long. Then I use the exact same approach as you did, systematically working my way through the list. Huh, I think I have to start using those truly productive days as an excuse for the Lion and I to go on a date. Hope you enjoyed yours! No details please *wink*

By: onebagnation

onebagnation — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 22:45:20 +0000

Hi Kashmira: I’ve managed to contain most of my stuff to a couple of piles, but it took work! I’m so glad you like the blog and look forward to more comments.

By: Kashmira

Kashmira — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 20:38:37 +0000

Aaahh…I did this too this weekend! Except that my stuff was all over the house, not just in an inbox! Felt so great to see all that empty space when i was done

Love your blog, been visiting here for the last couple posts.

By: onebagnation

onebagnation — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 06:01:55 +0000

Linda: We missed the Opening Ceremonies which sounded really wonderful, but we wanted to go out. I’ve watched a bit of coverage tonight; perfect “background” for blogging.

By: onebagnation

onebagnation — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 05:57:20 +0000

Vered: thank you! It felt great, and now I’m motivated to keep that inbox empty.

Barbara & Alex: I’m always amazed at what a huge difference it makes to my state of mind to have my desk clear; as I said to Vered, I’d now like to work on maintenance.

By: Alex

Alex — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 02:40:18 +0000

I know the feeling! I love having a clean desk, even if it’s just for a couple days. That fresh relief when it’s clean inspires me to constantly be on the lookout for any wayward clutter.

By: Barbara Swafford

Barbara Swafford — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 07:04:40 +0000

Hi Ann,

That’s a great way to do it. Start at the top!

We must be on the same wave length. I, too, clean up my desk today. It feels so good to have it neat and tidy. Although I know it won’t last, at least now I have a clean slate.

Hope your date was fun and relaxing.

By: veredd

veredd — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 04:21:30 +0000

I’m so proud of you! Hope you’re having a wonderful time tonight.

By: Linda Abbit

Linda Abbit — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 02:00:40 +0000

I’ve felt that same good feeling of having gone through a pile of “stuff” (paperwork) and gotten all caught up! Enjoy your date. My hubby and I are watching the opening ceremonies — in CA we’re one of the last to view it I think. I’ve had to avoid all news sources today to keep from seeing a “sneak preview” before we watch tonight. Have a great weekend!