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Welcome to today’s episode of the Overgivers Anonymous podcast! In this episode, Angela Mondor, also known as the Geeky Girl, dives into a powerful habit that can help you manage your time better and boost your self-esteem: the End-of-Day (EOD) journal. Angela shares her personal experience with EOD journaling, explains how it has transformed her productivity and provides practical tips on how to incorporate this habit into your daily routine. Whether you’re neurotypical or neurodivergent, this practice can make a significant difference in how you view your accomplishments and manage your tasks.
Highlights
- Introduction to EOD Journaling: Angela introduces the concept of the End-of-Day journal and its importance for both personal and professional growth.
- Origins of EOD Journaling: How Angela’s background in accounting and office management inspired her to develop the EOD journaling habit.
- Benefits for Neurodivergent Individuals: The specific benefits EOD journaling offers for neurodivergent individuals, helping them recognize their achievements and manage self-doubt.
- Types of EOD Journals: Angela explains the two types of EOD journals she uses – one for personal life and one for business tasks.
- The Concept of Habit Stacking: How to incorporate EOD journaling into your routine using the habit stacking method from James Clear’s “Atomic Habits.”
- Finding the Right Time: Tips on identifying the best time to complete your EOD journal, whether it’s right after work or before bed.
- Detailed Daily Entries: Encouragement to write down all daily achievements, big or small, to build a comprehensive picture of your day.
- Consistency Over Perfection: Angela emphasizes the importance of consistency in journaling, even if you miss a day here and there.
- Analyzing Your Data: How to use the data from your EOD journal to understand your time management and make informed decisions.
- Long-Term Benefits: The positive impact of EOD journaling on reducing self-criticism and fostering a positive mindset over time.
We hope you enjoyed today’s episode and found the concept of EOD journaling as exciting and beneficial as Angela does. By focusing on what you’ve accomplished each day, you can transform your self-perception and enhance your productivity. Start incorporating EOD journaling into your daily routine and see the positive changes unfold. Remember, it’s not about perfection, but about recognizing your efforts and celebrating your wins.
Links
- 5-Year Journal: https://amzn.to/3WY2FhU
- Peter Pauper Press Journal: https://amzn.to/3yKg9DW
- “Atomic Habits” by James Clear:
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