If there’s one small improvement I know I need to make in my life, it’s this: stop trying to keep everything in my head and start getting into the habit of writing it all down.

I tend to carry a lot mentally—daily tasks, reminders, routines, ideas, things I don’t want to forget. It’s like I’m juggling invisible sticky notes that only I can see, and honestly? It’s exhausting. I know deep down that making a simple checklist of to-do’s could bring so much more clarity and peace of mind. Just the act of transferring thoughts from brain to screen (or paper) feels like it would lighten the load.

It’s something I’ve been reflecting on more and more lately. Using my phone to jot things down—since it’s always within reach—feels like a practical step I could take. I already do it here and there, but only for certain things and usually when I happen to remember. I’m not trying to make it perfect, just a casual, running list to help ease the mental pressure.

The funny thing is, the reason I hesitate to write things down is because I’m afraid I’ll forget them. I’ve gotten so used to relying on my thoughts to keep everything in order. But ironically, the moment I list something out, I stop thinking about it—and that’s when I tend to forget it entirely. It’s like I’ve mentally checked it off just because it’s been written down. So as I build this habit, I know the real key will be remembering to actually check my lists. Otherwise, I’m just creating a new version of the same problem.

Still, even with that challenge, it’s a small shift that feels worth pursuing. I may not have it down yet, but I know this change has the potential to make everything else feel a little more manageable—and a little lighter too.

Because sometimes the most powerful change starts with one tiny habit that simply makes life feel less heavy.