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title: "Book Brew 108: Reframing with Notion AI: Turning Mundane into Magical"
description: Transform mundane tasks into engaging activities with a custom Notion AI database to reframe your mindset. Discover how shifting perspectives can make your daily to-dos enjoyable and productive.
---

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# [Book Brew 108: Reframing with Notion AI: Turning Mundane into Magical](https://thoughtsbrewing.com/blog/book-brew-108-reframing-with-notion-ai-turning-mundane-into-magical)

 Written by [Danielle Price Griffin](https://thoughtsbrewing.com/blog/author/danielle) | Apr 23, 2025, 3:45:00 PM

Have you ever stared at your to-do list and felt an overwhelming sense of dread? You know you *should* tackle those tasks, but they just feel... *meh*. 

What if I told you that a simple shift in perspective could turn those same tasks into something exciting—even enjoyable? 

Welcome to the art of [reframing](https://thoughtsbrewing.com/blog/book-brew-the-art-of-reframing), powered by **Notion AI**.

## Why Reframing Matters

Reframing is about **shifting the way you see a situation** so it aligns with how you want to feel. 

Instead of asking, *“What do I have to do today?”* you might ask, *“How do I want to feel by the end of the day?”*. This slight tweak changes everything.

And Notion AI? It’s like a personal brainstorming partner, helping you reframe your tasks, organize your thoughts, and even make the mundane feel magical. 

Let’s break it down step by step.

## Step 1: Setting Up Your Notion AI Reframing System

- **Create a New Page in Notion** by clicking on “**+ Add a page**” on the left side menu. 
- **Name it** something uplifting, like *Reframing My Day*. 
    - When you click on “**+ Add a page**” a new window will appear with “**New page**” as the page tile.  
    - Click on the text that says “**New page**” and enter your **new title**.
- **Add a Task Database**  
    - At the bottom, click on Database.

- - A search field will show up where you can search for already created database templates or create a new one of your own. 
    - Search for “**Task**”.  
    - Select “**New ‘task’ Database’** under **More Options**. 
    - It will open a new database. And ask if you want to add or link a database, just **click the X to close** that. 
    - **Add columns** for each of the following: 
          - **Task Name** (What you need to do)
          - **Original Feeling** (How you currently feel about it)
          - **Reframed Feeling** (How you want to feel about it)
          - **AI-Generated Reframe** (This will hold the formula to prompt the AI) 
    - **Click** on the “**AI Generated Reframe**” to open the property info. 
    - Then **click** on “**Set up AI autofill**” 
    - A new option will appear.  Next to “Fill with” **click** on “**Select an option >**”

- - **Click** on “**Custom Autofill”** 
    - **Paste** in the following formula and then **click “Save changes”** 
          - "Rewrite the task: '" + prop("Task Name") + "' in a way that makes it feel less '" + prop("Original Feeling") + "' and more '" + prop("Reframed Feeling") + "'. Focus on shifting the mindset and making it more engaging."

## Step 2: Use Notion AI to Reframe Tasks

Here’s where the magic happens. Instead of dreading a task, let Notion AI help you rethink it.

- Enter the following in the appropriate cells: 
    - **Task:** "Write a report on turtles in Virginia"
    - **Original Feeling:** Bored 
    - **Reframed Feeling:** Engaged

- **Click** on the **magic wand icon** in the “**AI-Generated Reframe**” cell to run the AI formula.

- It will then run the formula and generate an output for you.

**Try it yourself:**

1. Click into your **AI-Generated Reframe** column.
2. Click the **Update button**
3. Let Notion AI suggest a fresh perspective!

 

### Notes

- This example was pretty basic, and the output was pretty basic.  Play with the input (and even the formula) to get a more in-depth response.
- If you don’t have a paid Notion AI subscription, you may be limited to how many times you can run the AI tool daily.

### Want it done for you?  

- Download the template [here](https://thoughtsbrewingllc.notion.site/reframingmydaytemplate?v=1adfa1dc39e580678496000c53cb5268&pvs=4).

 

## Step 3: Automate Your Reframing Habit

- **Daily Check-in:** Each morning, take 5 minutes to input your tasks and let AI help you reframe them.
- **Mood Tracking:** Add a column to track your mood before and after completing a task. Notice the difference?
- **AI Suggestions for Efficiency:** Ask Notion AI: *"What’s the easiest way to complete this task while keeping it fun?"*

 

## Pro Tips & Best Practices

- **Use Playful Language** – Instead of “write emails,” Notion AI might suggest “craft compelling conversations.”
- **Batch Similar Tasks** – Notion AI can suggest ways to group tasks efficiently, reducing mental load.
- **Gamify It** – Ask Notion AI: *"Turn this task into a challenge or game."* Suddenly, cleaning your inbox becomes *Inbox Bingo*!
-  **Lean into Creativity** – If something feels tedious, ask Notion AI: *"Give me a creative way to approach this."*

 

## Final Takeaway

With Notion AI, reframing isn’t just a mindset shift—it’s a practical, actionable tool that can make every part of your workflow more engaging. 

By aligning your tasks with how you *want* to feel, you’re not just being productive; you’re enjoying the process.

So go ahead, turn that dull spreadsheet into a data adventure, and let Notion AI help you see your work in a whole new light.

 

***Your turn—how will you start reframing your day with Notion AI?***

 

## Ponder This

1. What’s one task you dread that could be reframed into something exciting?
2. How might other AI tools help you align your daily work with your *desired emotions*?
3. If you could make one aspect of your work more fun, what would it be?

 

### Recommended Books

- Blink - Malcolm Gladwell
- Effortless - Greg McKeown
- Misbelief - Dan Ariely

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