Efficient App-Agnostic Tasks in a Single Plain Text File (Obsidian Optional)

Or how to flip between systems as often as you like without falling prey to shiny object syndrome

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Last week I stopped using Apple Reminders as my task manager and returned to a single plain text file structured with the TaskPaper syntax. Both options work well, as do I when free to intuitively change between systems.

Tiny experiments

Anne-Laure le Cunff has a book on pre-release that I already know is going to be a huge hit. It’s called Tiny Experiments, and comes with all sorts of bonuses if you meet the criteria.

Before learning the principle of having an experimental mindset I’d berate myself for not sticking with a particular method, system, or app. Now I sprinkle my life generously with good ideas and wisdom as they appear, whenever I feel like it!

But don’t be deceived; it’s not a free-for-all-procrastivity-fest.

The reason I can flit at will between systems is because I do so within strict boundaries, which I’ve recently dubbed Ellane’s Rules for Responsible Digital Knowledge Management. Rule one: Keep your data portable. Other rules include Don’t rely on features that only work in one app, Focus on the…