This is a collection of things that Kitty (the AI PA) created for the day. Starting with questions in the morning and then creating a todo list for me (Daniel) to follow. Suggestions for the day are also created (although I've put them at the end to make the layout better).

At the end of the day Kitty will ask some "END OF DAY QUESTIONS", which aren't included here, and then creates a journal entry, as if was written by me, which then gets written using Kitty's drawing machine into my paper journal.

The content below is generated by AI, not all days contain all the things.

DAILY ROLL-UP


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MORNING QUESTIONS

  • What's one thing you could do today to advance in setting up the photo rating system, or tackle another project that's been on your mind recently?
  • How can you incorporate some form of self-care or relaxation into today's schedule, ensuring you maintain a good balance between productivity and well-being?
  • What's the first creative thought that comes to your mind today, and how might you explore it further in your work or leisure activities?
  • What are your plans for today?
  • Anything else you want to mention?

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TODOS

[ ] - Record brush height video before Kris arrives
[ ] - Dump all tasks for the week onto paper
[ ] - Plan the week based on brain dump
[ ] - Drive to recycling center and donate books
[ ] - Drop off electronics at recycling place
[ ] - Write afternoon essay


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JOURNAL

Today was a whirlwind of video recording and editing. I kicked things off early at 7:37, diving into the brush height video. Always fun to start the day with a bit of creative chaos, right? Managed to record a good chunk before Chris showed up and it was all compressors and sculpture noise from upstairs. Never a dull moment in the studio.

Kept at the video editing in the early afternoon. Around 14:20, I was knee-deep in pixels and timelines, piecing together the footage. It’s a strangely satisfying puzzle, and I quite enjoy finding the right sequences that make everything click. But boy, does it take time!

Took a mini-break at 14:45. By "mini-break," I mean continuing to edit but perhaps blinking a bit more. Tried to remember the 50 minutes work, 10 minutes break routine, but got so engrossed that time slipped away. Must be better at that; my brain will thank me later.

Reflecting on the brush height video progress, I'm pretty chuffed. Got halfway through, which was more than I expected. The rest should be straightforward—recorded a solid first half on Friday and managed to wrap up more today. Looking forward to exporting and uploading it before my Zoom meeting tomorrow afternoon.

In terms of productivity and self-care balance, the plan was to work 50 minutes and take breaks. Spoiler alert: I didn’t stick to it. I kept working without pauses. I know breaks are essential, need to be more disciplined. Tomorrow’s another shot at it.

One insight from today is the benefit of stretching projects over a few days. I split the video recording over today and Friday, and same with editing—first part today, aiming to finish tomorrow. This approach feels less overwhelming and keeps my momentum.

Outside of the creative bubble, I did tackle a few errands: drove to the recycling centre and took care of some electronic donations. Also, planned an essay for the afternoon, though it might spill into tomorrow given today’s video focus.

All in all, a productive start to what's looking like a busy week.


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SUGGESTIONS

Main Suggestion for the Day

Capture and Plan: Since you've mentioned having a lot of things bouncing around in your head, today would be opportune to perform a brain dump to capture all the tasks and ideas. This will help you organize and plan your week effectively, reducing stress and enhancing focus on your creative projects.

Quick Action Points

  • Brain Dump Session: Spend 30 minutes this morning writing down everything on your mind - tasks, ideas, worries, everything. Use a notepad or your favorite digital tool.
  • Prioritize Tasks: Once everything is listed, prioritize them. Identify what needs immediate attention and what can wait. Highlight the key projects like the brush height video and the essay.
  • Schedule Breaks: Remember to incorporate your 50-minute work and 10-minute break cycle, as suggested for maintaining balance.

Affirmation

"I am capable of managing my thoughts and tasks efficiently. Each step taken today will bring clarity and closer to my goals."

Other Thoughts

Your mention of balancing between video recording and other necessary tasks highlighted the challenges you face when Creative flow intersects with operational errands. Tackling the brain dump and planning first will set a clear path, ensuring you can record the brush height video before any interruptions. It's also sensible to consider that handling the afternoon's essay task separately will allow you to give each project the dedicated focus it requires. Hope you have a productive and balanced day!

Sincere Kitty 😺