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Now back to today’s value.
Smart and Calm Productivity.
That’s it.
It’s the only thing that helped me the most with my journey.
And the only thing that I would keep if I had to starrt over.
Why?
You see, today’s world is fill with distractions and high stimulations.
Even music is a problem. Which makes it difficult to focus and get motivated by boring work.
The key? Enjoy progress in a clam way.
You are maybe like me:
A lot of ambitions but a lot of tasks, no time and no energy.
Your day makes you more tired than energized and you go home unable to work.
You force yourself and you end up losing 4hrs of your time designing something that don’t work out.
Ouch.
But if you are like me, you also want to change that and look for ways to destroy that feeling.
The one which your brain is like: “I need to work but just cant, I prefer to watch my favourite show”
To a brain like: “I love working, this is stimulating and relaxing”
And it’s exactly what you need at the start.
No discipline hack.
No get rich method.
No done for you services.
Just a brain who loves work in a calm way.
But how do you change that?
What personally help me a lot is just a simple app:
Sunsama
What is Sunsama?
(Calendar + Planner + Task Manager… all in one place)
When I started BeBetter, I had the vision, the goals, the motivation… but consistency was killing me.
Every week looked the same:
I’d try for 7 days, nothing would happen, my energy would drop, and I’d feel stupid for even thinking I could build something.
I’d waste hours switching between Notion, Google Calendar, and random to-do apps… and still end my days with zero progress and a ton of guilt.
Then I tried Sunsama, and it finally clicked.
It’s basically Google Calendar + Todoist + a daily planner ritual merged together, but calmer, cleaner, and designed for people who want to grow without burning themselves out.
Honestly? That’s why I stuck with it.
It’s very calm, easy to use and once you get home, it lights you up.
I remember the day I discovered it.
It was rainy outside, the weather was telling me to stop and watch my favourite show while eating ice cream.
However, I didn’t.
I tried to fight the urge and actually work out, but the tentations to scroll was too hard.
And I lost, the fight, I scrolled and onw video made me stop, like I was guilty.
The guy was saying things like: “do you feel the guilt like you cant work, like you have too many tasks and its easier to just scroll like you are doing.”
He was talking to me. Then he continue:
“Sunsama is a platform for people like you. Not a dod-to list, not a magic trick just a normal thing for normal person who want to level up. Ant it comes with a 14 day Trial”
I downloaded it right away and the tomorrow I tried it.
Nothing insane, but I was feeling so empowered, like this tool was built for me. After 1 year using it, I would recommend it to everyone.
You can help yourself too!
What Sunsama Actually Does (And Why It’s Better)
Other apps make you plan more, add more tasks, and try harder.
Sunsama does the opposite: it slows you down, grounds you, and forces you to make better choices.
Here’s what makes it different:
A real daily planning ritual (5 minutes max) — asks the right questions, guides your priorities, and stops overwhelm before it even starts.
A true 3-in-1 system — calendar, tasks, and planning doc all in one. No more switching apps. Everything is visible, actionable, and clear.
More calming than every other productivity app — Notion = overwhelming, Todoist = endless lists, Google Calendar = chaos in color. Sunsama = simple, peaceful, even when life isn’t.
Built for real life, not “grind mode” helps you win each day without sacrificing your social life.
Compared to using 2–3 apps at once, Sunsama is cheaper and more effective.
Why You Should Care
If you struggle to stay consistent, waste hours planning, or feel like life is always chaotic: Sunsama fixes that.
It helps you finally focus on what matters, move with intention, and keep momentum without burning out.
Daily small wins replace frustration. The chaos stops. Guilt fades.
It’s the app that lets your vision turn into real progress, week after week.
Test the Sunsama app with their 14 DAYS FREE TRIAl.
📌 Need more information?
I’ve written a complete guide showing exactly how I use Sunsama to plan my weeks, grow my newsletter, and stay consistent.
If you want the step-by-step, actionable breakdown → check the full 2026 guide for this app.
Final Words
Now I use this tools in my daily life to:
Plan better without spending hours.
Destroy distractions and sharpen my focus.
Get clarity and a clear path for long-term success.
Calm my urge to do everything in 1 single day.
I can honestly say this system is a big reason why I reached 1k subscribers at 19, have 5 paid members, wrote a book, and started a long-form project.
And it can literally do the same for you.
Why Tools Matter
I used to hate tools, but I’ve realized they’re essential for a winning system.
The right tools don’t just save time, they make your workflow smoother, your decisions clearer, and your projects actually happen.
What I want you to remember: test Sunsma, do your research, and choose the ones that make your system flow better.
Let’s Hear From You
Now I want to hear from you:
What tools do you currently use?
Do you feel like tools are a hassle too?
Tell me, I love talking about new ways to grow better, faster, and smarter.
Let’s grow, consistently and intentionally, together.
— William
BeBetter Week #21
“Smart and calm productivity” really landed. I like the framing that the goal isn’t discipline or hacks, but making work feel non-hostile to your nervous system. That distinction feels underrated in productivity spaces.
This came to me at the perfect time!
I need this,Thanks for sharing!!