Tool Proliferation Don't adopt every promising app. Each tool requires: - Learning curve energy - Ongoing decisions about use - Maintenance and updates - Integration with other tools
The Optimization Trap Perfect is the enemy of done. While you research the perfect tool: - Problems remain unsolved - Complexity increases - Decision fatigue multiplies
Pick "good enough" and move on.
Notification Nightmare Every notification is a decision demand. Be ruthless: - Turn off all non-essential notifications - Batch similar notifications - Use scheduled summary features - Protect focused work time
The Shiny Object Syndrome New app promises to revolutionize your life? Ask: - What's actually broken with current system? - Will switching take more energy than saving? - Can I commit to 6 months minimum?
Usually, the answer is stick with what works.