When you put a task on your calendar, think about how long you think it will take. Then factor in the multiplier. Your gut instinct will tell you that the outcome is an overkill. It is not. By definition, the multiplier is telling you how wrong your gut tends to be. Don’t ignore the data.
More generally, work on any changes you’d like in your habits and temperament. But don’t plan around them till you have demonstrably established that you have changed. Be conservative when planning your days. Give yourself plenty of buffer. Staying on top of life is hard enough without mixing in other battles.
