Before you start your day, spend five minutes writing down what you want to accomplish. Not a long list. Just the essential things. This clarity prevents the day from becoming reactive, pulled in different directions by whatever comes up.
Write down your priorities. What must get done? What would be nice to get done? This simple act of writing creates intention. It gives your day direction instead of letting it unfold randomly.
Keep this list visible. Refer to it when you are unsure what to do next. Let it guide your decisions. When something new comes up, ask: does this align with what I want to accomplish today?
Try it tomorrow morning. Spend five minutes writing down what you want to accomplish. Then notice how much more intentional your day becomes when you start with clarity instead of reacting to whatever comes up.