Sticky Note Satisfaction

The inventive mistake that is Post-It Notes and the modern benefit it provides beyond its existence. The stress relief benefit they provide. Stress is a large part of contemporary life. Therefore, a small piece of satisfaction that helps alleviate my stress level is beneficial.

“The greatest weapon against stress is our ability to choose one thought over another” — William James.

I love to write short To-Do actions on Post-it Notes. Sticking them along the edge of my desk mate. Each is a constant reminder to do something.

Quite often, the notes accumulate and contribute to the stress level — the sight of the volume of notes mounting is an indicator of slow progress.

“Don’t worry about things you can’t control. Focus on the things you can” — John Wooden.

Thought the feeling of satisfaction when an item listed on a note is done. The physical feeling of shredding the piece of glowing paper through its middle in half, then in half again and again until the strength of the pieces prevents further tearing.

To me, the physical sensation of tearing something into small pieces is a sign of satisfaction and stress relief, knowing a job is done and no longer worthy of my attention. Placing the small glowing pieces into the bin is the final act.

The satisfaction of finishing a to-do item, and then tearing the note to complete the job.