☝️ The One-Touch Method

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This week: We're diving into the One-Touch Method, a cleaning hack that can trim your to-dos in other areas of life! Let’s go.

☝️ What's the One-Touch Method?

The original One-Touch Method is all about cleaning.

The idea is simple: as soon as you touch an item, put it where it belongs.

The same idea can apply to other tasks and chores, from emails to homework. As soon as you “touch” a task, complete it immediately so you don’t have to come back to it.

The less you “touch” a task, the more time and energy you’ll save. The One-Touch Method can also:

• Make you more decisive

• Reduce stress and overwhelm

• Help you focus on one thing at a time

• Motivate you to complete more tasks quicker

• Reduce context switching

⚡️ 3 Tips for Using the One-Touch Method

To get started with the One-Touch Method, try these techniques!

🎬 Pick actionable tasks

Use the One-Touch Method for immediately actionable tasks you can realistically complete.

If you choose a task that can’t be completed without external influence — from another person, or a specific setting — you’ll have to “put it down” again.

Once you’re able to successfully identify suitable tasks, you can build momentum. Start your day by grouping items that are quick and actionable, then complete them one by one.

📦 Pair the One-Touch Method with time boxing

Time-boxing is exactly what it sounds like: setting a fixed time on your calendar to work on a specific task. When time’s up, you’ll review how well you stayed on task during the allotted time.

To combine this technique with the One-Touch Method, schedule your actionable tasks in one box, for a time you won’t be disturbed.

Time-boxing works best with a physical or digital calendar — we’ve recommended some time-boxing tools in this week’s Flocus Picks below!

🔕 Minimize distractions

Distractions are the biggest hurdle for the One-Touch Method. If you’re easily distracted, you’re more likely to put off your task.

Here are some quick tips for kicking distractions to the curb:

• Enable “Do Not Disturb” mode on your phone

• Close unnecessary browser tabs

• Use a website blocker to block distracting apps

• Find a quiet, distraction-free space to work

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🪅 Flocus Picks

A curated list of things worth sharing.

• You’re Not Behind! (Podcast Episode) — Kenzie Elizabeth highlights notable people who found success later in life, reassuring you that you’re on track no matter where you are in your journey!

• Time-boxing in Notion (TikTok) — Notion maestro Easlo quickly shows you how to time-box in Notion

• The Best Time-Boxing Templates, Apps & Tools (Article) — We’ve picked 15 time-boxing tools to take your schedule to the next level

The One-Touch Method is a fantastic tool for decluttering not just your home, but also your brain.

Try this technique for other tasks and be amazed at how quickly you get things done!

Until next Sunday,

Flocus Team