I’m overwhelmed with so many tasks I don’t know where to start
Published on 1/10/2026
Partner
There are so many things you need to do, but you just don’t know where to start.
Sato
I know that it is important to finish each task in front of me one by one and clear them, but I have a problem with the fact that I can’t seem to get my hands on one of them.
Partner
I see, there are a lot of people who are worried about this kind of thing.Here’s a solution that anyone can do
mindset
There are three things to keep in mind when facing this issue.
don’t try to do well
Don’t try to do it all at once
don’t try to arrange
don’t try to do well
Things don’t necessarily go the way you want from the beginning.Start with what you can do without trying to get better at it from the beginning.
Don’t be a perfectionist, be conscious of completionism, and remember that it’s okay to be unsightly, and just try to do something.When you become a perfectionist, your tasks become infinitely bigger and more numerous.Let’s start with what we can do.
Since there are so many tasks, trying to organize them all will be quite a task.
Of course, it would be good if you could move forward and finish the tasks all at once by starting, but you need to be careful as this can lead to you becoming satisfied with having organized the tasks and running out of energy, and not being able to start taking actual action.
Depending on the size of the task, one way is to finish it all at once.
However, many tasks cannot be completed within a day or even a few hours.At times like this, you need to find ways to avoid working on something all at once, getting tired, hating it, thinking that’s enough, and then not doing anything again.
don’t try to arrange
People who are not able to do these things tend to arrange things in their own way.
This is done in a variety of fields, such as cooking and sewing, for example.Have you ever heard that people who are not used to or able to cook tend to make mistakes when arranging their own dishes?
The same goes for task management, first of all, learn how to follow the basics in order, like a cooking recipe.
We recommend that you get the basics down and then add your own twists.
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1. If you have a to-do list (including neglected ones), start by deleting the obvious tasks that are easy to throw away to build momentum.
If you have already created a task list, you may have a large number of tasks that have remained untouched, or you may feel overwhelmed by a large number of vague tasks in your head that have not yet been organized into tasks.
First of all, let’s delete unnecessary tasks and settings that clearly do not need to be touched from the task list that you created in the past. If you are unsure about whether to delete a task, create a project that you will do someday, and put it there.At this point, only delete tasks that you can without hesitation.
Sato
I see, by throwing this away first, it seems like it will give momentum to subsequent actions.
Partner
That’s right.Rather than trying to do well, it is important to build up momentum and figure out how to take the actions that will lead to the next step.
2. Write out what you are concerned about and tasks
If you keep a to-do list on your computer or smartphone, write down as many tasks as you can remember in your head.If you have never written a to-do list or are not currently using it, we recommend that you first write it down on paper.
Sato
I’ve been thinking about having to take the TOEIC test
Partner
Let’s make it a task now
Sato
That’s right
Sato
TOEIC TOEICtto
Sato
Ah, but if you think about it, the TOEIC test was required at my previous job, but it’s not necessary now.
Partner
So, will you be taking the TOEIC exam?
sato
No, I will delete this task as it is not related to my current work.
If you think about it one by one like this, it will become clear.
And once you make it a task and delete it, your head will be refreshed!
Partner
Write down any other things you are concerned about
Even if you use a computer or smartphone, we recommend writing down one task on each sticky note, arranging them in front of you, writing the tasks, executing them, or deleting them, and then immediately throwing them away.Seeing the sticky notes visibly disappear increases motivation.
This is all about writing out the task.
3, Classification
Let’s categorize it next.Use whatever method is convenient for you to categorize.
Sort by purpose: work/private/play etc.
Divide by time: things that require concentration/things you can do in your spare time, etc.
Divide by location: things to do at home/things to do at work, etc.
Divide it in a way that is most convenient for you.
4, Execution
Repeat steps 1, 2, and 3 while running.Change the classification to whatever method is most convenient for you at the time.
I support
We offer cleaning services to help you organize your messy room or office.
The basics of tidying up is to throw things away first.
And to classify.Then I’ll organize it.
Task management is also about getting everything out of your head and first getting rid of unnecessary tasks and categorizing them.Then organize it and put it into action.
Just like when your house is a mess that you can’t help but ask for help cleaning up, a task management partner will also help you organize the tasks in your head when your tasks are a mess.
We support you every day when you are overwhelmed with tasks.Recommended by partnersBasic support planFirst, I’ll dig you out of your tasks.
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Author
Shinya Oishi
A freelance designer and developer involved in promotion and public relations for a wide range of companies, organizations, and facilities.
At Task Management Partner, responsible for business planning, website development, and illustration.
Known for versatility and a wide-ranging skill set—including design, illustration, development, and content creation—I am capable of and interested in many things, which often leads to handling an overwhelming number of tasks.
This service was created to address that challenge by having someone else review and help organize one’s tasks. As a service built on the principle of “selling what I myself truly need,” I confidently recommend it to anyone struggling with task management.
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