Tell me if this sounds familiar: You and your family decide to catch a ball game. You grab the tickets, jump in the car, then head towards the stadium. As soon as you jump on the highway, that’s when you start thinking about what you need for the game:

Did I bring my sunglasses? Check
Tickets? Check
Kids? Double check
Baseball cap? Shoot…

Why do we reflect on what we need when it is already too late? It’s because we are always in a rush and don’t stop and plan ahead. With GTD, you have reflection built in with the weekly review. You also have a clearer head because everything you need to do has a process to follow and is being managed. By having a mind like water, you will naturally prepare for important things before they happen! Now if only I could remember to bring an umbrella when it rains…