"Most often, the reason something is "on your mind" is that you want it to be different than it currently is, and yet: you haven't clarified exactly what the intended outcomes is; you haven't decided what the very next physical action step is; and/or you haven't put reminders of the outcome and the action required in a system you trust. That's why it's on your mind."

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Source: David Allen (2015). “Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity”, p.36, Penguin

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David Allen is a productivity expert known for his 'Getting Things Done' methodology, which revolutionized time management and personal organization.

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