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Personal Narrative: Why I Am Changing My Phone System

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The system that I use is the most important things that I need to do are place on my phone. I try to remember everything I need to do by using my memory. The professors and people usually repeat themselves, so I know by listening to their instructions the day before. I know that this system is imperfect that is why I am changing it because; this system has left me stressed out and anxious.
I have bought myself a calendar, so I am better organized and efficient in my daily tasks. I have learned a lot in this chapter that in order to succeed in life and school you must be organized. You must also be discipline in order to make your dreams come true. I know that my old system had major drawbacks such as memory all the important stuff. That is

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