Is it normal to write lists every day?

I wouldn't put washing hair on my list as I just know when my hair needs doing.

I make lists of all sorts - my daily plans are usually noted down towards the end of the previous day. Some end up getting transferred if I haven’t actually achieved them but at least that helps me keep track of what I should be doing and avoid missing deadlines and major commitments. However I do put down things I know I will actually do like “dinner” “weight” (mine, first thing every Sunday!)
I am quite pleased with myself for recently writing a list of all my direct debits and standing orders in date order which I then photographed on my phone so I can easily check that things have gone through without having to look for paperwork!

I adore a list. And adore more checking things off it x

Yep, 100%

It's totally normal and acceptable. Google Keep was invented just for me, and also functions as a very effective torture device for DH when I share my lists! I also put lots of stuff as reminders in my calendar.

I have a daily to do list on the notes on my phone, I need it to function! Every night I sit there with my diary and write tomorrows list

It's perfectly normal to make lists.
It helps you to get organised, and when you can cross an item off as completed, you can feel you've achieved something.

On bad days, I might add something to my list that I know I've already done, just so I can cross it off! not really
Occasionally I worry that I've got list of lists!

I make one for my day and it's just me and my husband, kids have left home. I love ticking things off; it gives me a bizarre sense of achievement 😂

I write lists but then don't look at them for weeks on end. I know I have adhd because my life is barely managed chaos and if I start any chore I am bored within 30 seconds. But it is what it is.

Perfectly normal, I love a daily list

I'm a teacher too. For years when I was doing part time, supply etc I used a bullet journal and kept daily and monthly detailed lists, which helped me keep track of home stuff, plus work hours etc. Now I'm back to ft teaching and am a head of subject, I just use Microsoft To Do for job tasks, but I don't have time to make whole-life lists. Household stuff just gets done eventually, hopefully.

I write lists to REMIND me to look at other lists ! Somewhat smug as 88% of people also write lists according to your poll 🤣

I use the calendar on my phone to plan things throughout the week and do more at the weekends. If I don't do this, things will build up and then I get stressed so no, you're not being unreasonable. It's an organised way to manage your daily life. I love a list ♥

I love lists! Couldn’t function without them!

Another vote here for various lists. My choice is an exercise book, or similar size. I usually start the day with a cup of tea, looking at my list(s). Anything and everything goes on my list from "hoover the stairs" to "need a new car".

I am more likely to remember it if I physically write it down. Phone lists or computer lists don't do it for me.

Lists are the best. It frees my headspace so I can think of other things, or enjoy some peace. I know I won’t forget, because … it’s on the list! And I get a real sense of achievement after ticking off list items, to the extent I’m quite disappointed if I do something and it wasn’t on the list in the first place. I have sometimes found myself adding on things so I can tick them off … too much?? 🤣

I love lists. Food shopping without a list always causes havoc and I invariably spend way more than I should.

Lists are essential!

I'm a list maker. It helps me plan and keep on top of things which in turn helps with my mental health.

I don't do this every day, no, but I do have mental lists in my head

The other day was particularly busy, so I made a list:

Halloween
Lunch for work
Anniversary
Child A - dentist

Which all happened in the space of 24 hours

I love lists - I have list apps, habit trackers etc. and I like a good old fashioned paper list too. I don't get everything done, but they do help me get more done than I would without one.

Oh, I'm super spontaneous! My husband says that I make a weekend list of things that will never happen x

Yes!

I have lists - I'd never remember everything otherwise! Interestingly, I teach (still full time) and all of my colleagues use lists too 😀

I have a work list - usually split into various sections like form stuff, individual class stuff, HoD jobs and other.

At home, I note similar things to you.

Imo you can't beat a good list.

No, not weird at all. I love me a list, including stuff like ‘do nails’ - I’ve even been known to write a task on after it’s been done, just to have the satisfaction of ticking it off!

I can’t imagine how anyone can function without them tbh - mine are totally chaotic (loads on my phone, others on paper, some on a wall calendar) and nobody else would have a hope of deciphering what goes where, but I’d forget just about everything otherwise. Not on a list, not gonna happen. So no, I don’t think you’re being rigid or over-structured at all. Dealing with general life shite is a PITA so whatever helps you minimise stress and keep everything on the rails has to be a good thing.

Fab that that is works best for you l!