We all know it is helpful to write down what we need to do (i.e. our tasks/ to-do list) so we DON'T FORGET anything important. But, did you know the REAL MAGIC happens when you DIVIDE your tasks into CATEGORIES. This helps you to not only see the "forest for the trees" (so to speak) but also be able to understand and focus on ONE TREE AT A TIME amongst the forest.

This task manager template is here to help you do exactly that, ensuring you don't forget anything important and tackle your tasks with confidence. In practice this means you can focus on one type of task at a time which actually makes it easier to then actually get tasks done.

**Personally, I find a task manager easiest to use when digital and highly accessible (for myself and some shared with others) via my mobile (via an app on the home page of my phone loud and proud). So, I have use the Google Keep App with 'labels' that reflect categories that work for me (i.e. urgent vs. non urgent, day to day vs. one day, personal vs. work etc.). This helps me quickly use on the going by being able to zoom in on the tasks that are relevant at that point in time (while not loosing track of others that are not important at that time).

Added Tips:

• Choose high level categories that reflect the type of activities all your tasks relate in your current life situation
• Avoid capturing tasks that are embedded in your day to day life OR simply just don't need reminding of (i.e. brush your teeth, eat breakfast etc. unless of course you really need help remembering to do those things for a period :-))
• Frequently review your task/to-do lists to challenge WHEN things are going to happen OR delete for things that no longer matter.

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NOTE: This template was created in conjunction with a good friend of mine, NIROSHI EMBULDENIYA from TranformU Consultants, Sri Lanka. Niroshi runs parent and baby/toddler playgroups; mindfulness for kids, teens and adults; as well as corporate wellbeing programs in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Do reach out to Niroshi via WhatsApp: +94 77 843 7779 if you would like to also collaborate or discuss further.