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GTD Weekly Review
A 60-minute weekly session that empties every open loop from your mind and resets your compass for next week.
Goal
Run a systematic weekly review that empties open loops from working memory and rebuilds project and task lists.
Steps
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Capture: gather every loose paper, note, and unprocessed email in one place.
Expected Outcome
Immediate
You sleep the night of the review without a long list in your head, and wake up knowing exactly what's next.
Evidence base
School: Getting Things Done (GTD)
Founders: David Allen (2001)
Core of David Allen's Getting Things Done methodology (2001). Based on the principle "your mind is for having ideas, not holding them": working memory is finite and every open loop drains attention.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does "GTD Weekly Review" take?
This exercise takes about 60 minutes, practiced solo in a Written reflection format.
When will I notice the effect of "GTD Weekly Review"?
You sleep the night of the review without a long list in your head, and wake up knowing exactly what's next. In the short term: After four reviews, the "I forgot something" feeling vanishes from your work life entirely.
Is "GTD Weekly Review" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on Getting Things Done (GTD) (David Allen (2001)). Core of David Allen's Getting Things Done methodology (2001). Based on the principle "your mind is for having ideas, not holding them": working memory is finite and every open loop drains attention.
Is "GTD Weekly Review" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Intermediate. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.
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