Sorting Through Life Episode 21: How To Tackle Your Never-Ending To-do List

On this episode of Sorting Through Life, Colleen Waterston and Ellen Faye dive into one of the biggest sources of stress in modern life: the overwhelming to-do list. If your brain feels like it’s flashing “storage almost full,” you’re not alone. This conversation explores why traditional task lists often fail, how people confuse projects with tasks, and why the right productivity method matters more than the latest planner or app.Topics explored in this episode include How to create a prioritized task list that actually works, the difference between tasks and projects, and weekly planning strategies that reduce stress. Whether you’re juggling work projects, family responsibilities, ADHD overwhelm, or simply trying to get organized, this episode offers practical productivity tips and realistic planning strategies to help you move forward with less stress and more clarity.