Make daily, weekly, and monthly plans. To keep up with your busy schedule, try keeping your to-do list somewhere where you can easily see it. You can stick it on the wall in front of your desk or near your general work area. Having the list in view can help you refocus when your mind starts to wander.
Then, after finishing each task, you can cross it off your to-do list and breathe easy. Folkman explains to Business Insider that it's about the ability to take a step back and say, “Okay, that sounds like a great plan.