You don’t need to overhaul your routine.

To start using Eightly, all you need is a notebook, a pen, and a few minutes of focus each day.
No pressure. No perfection.
Just small, consistent steps that lead to real progress over time.

Step 1: Grab What You Have

You don’t need a fancy setup.
Any notebook will do — lined, blank, dot grid, even a post-it in a pinch.

The key is that it’s handwritten. And it’s yours.

Pick a pen you enjoy using.
You’re more likely to return to the practice if it feels good to do.

Step 2: Write Your First List

Each morning or evening (whichever fits your routine), write down up to 8 small, meaningful tasks.

These should be actions that move your day forward in a useful way, even if it’s just a little.
Examples:

“Review top 3 priorities”
“Stretch for 2 minutes”
“Clear one drawer”
“Text a friend back”

They don’t need to be impressive or important. They just need to be useful and doable.

Remember: 8 is the maximum, not a goal.
One good task is enough. What matters is that you choose with intention.

Step 3: Use It Like a Compass

This isn’t a checklist to conquer.
It’s a tool to help you stay aligned.

As the day unfolds:

Cross off what gets done
Let go of what doesn’t
Stay connected to what matters

Eightly helps you finish more, but it doesn’t fall apart on the days you don’t.

Step 4: Reflect Briefly

At the end of the day (or the next morning), glance back:

What worked?
What didn’t?
What felt like progress?

“You write. You reflect. You return.
That’s how the habit builds.
One task at a time.”

Keep It Simple

You don’t need a system.
You just need a place to begin, and permission to return to it, no matter how yesterday went.

Try it for one week. Keep it light.
You might be surprised by what a few intentional actions can do.

How to Start an Eightly Practice (Even If You’re Busy)