# Ep 69 - The Calendar Habit That Saves Me Hundreds of Decisions a Month and Reduces My Mental Load | ⚡️ Quick Win

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Published: 2026-02-20T10:07:00+00:00
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## Resource

Are you looking for a simple way to decrease mental load and stay organized? In this Quick Win episode, I share a simple calendar habit that has helped me decrease mental load and reduce decision fatigue over the years. It is not a complicated productivity system. It's one small shift in how and when you use your calendar. And once it is in place, something interesting happens. Your brain gets quieter. You stop re-asking yourself the same questions. You stop mentally bookmarking emails. You stop carrying dates and deadlines in the background of your mind. In this short episode, you'll hear: 🔸 The moment I realized my old system was not working anymore 🔸 The one rule I keep in mind when putting events on my calendar 🔸 Why this habit reduces mental load without creating more work 🔸 A few everyday examples of how this plays out with school schedules, work shifts, and appointments This conversation pairs naturally with my previous episode on mental load and energy. If your brain has felt crowded lately, this is a practical place to begin. Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode—and if you’re finding it helpful, I’d love it if you left a review! ❤️️ 👉 Grab my free guide: Get 10 Hours Back. This is how I personally free up 10+ hours per week! Interested in coaching? Click ➡️ here. Let's connect! On Facebook: @healthyproductivelivingwithkiley On Instagram: @healthy.productive.living The content of this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only, not medical advice. Please speak with your health care professional about any health concerns you may have.

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