Five Favors For Your Future Self
- Work the hard tasks first - If you finish the easy tasks first there won't be any reason for you to push through your task list because it will seem even more difficult
- Place a buffer - Aim as high as you want but don't put too much pressure on yourself because it will lessen your motivation
- Minimize recurrent decisions - Prioritize making better decisions and worry less on things that are not important
- Practice delayed gratification
- Learn useful skills.
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