Have you ever wondered how some people just seem to have it all together? Often, it's not magic – it's the power of simple, consistent routines. And honestly, it's something anyone can do. In this post, I want to share how setting up some routines can really help you transform things and become the best version of yourself. It's all about finding what clicks for you, so let's explore some ideas together. If you need specific help planning your intentions, download my habit and mood tracker.
Examples Of A Daily Routine
A good daily routine is any activity that you find helpful, relaxing, engaging or stimulating. For example, reading, exercising, cooking, organizing and cleaning are routines.
Activities that make you feel your highest, best self are the ones that level up your lifestyle. To make it easier for you I created a free, printable one page planner for you - get here:
4 Routines For Becoming Your Best Self
These four ideas are an easy way to get started with building routines that help you live as your best self:
- Drink a glass of warm water with lemon every morning
- Filling up an extra large thermos or water bottle and drink all the water by the end of the day.
- Take a 15 minute mini-break to recharge your mind and body.
- Choose your outfit the night before to make getting dressed each morning a quick and seamless experience
- Review your calendar or schedule the night before.
Quick Tip About Calendars
Calendars are only as good as what you schedule so schedule what's important to you. It may feel weird at first but your schedule should be a mirror of what you're doing to make your life (personal, professional, relationships, income, etc.) thrive. Something doesn't feel right? Cancel or say to no anything that doesn't align with your goals. Either they understand or they don't. But if they don't get it, that's not your problem and you shouldn't lose sleep over doing what's right for your energy and productivity.
Why Should You Start A Daily Routine?
You should start a daily routine in order to design your outcomes instead of only reacting to what happens to you in life. We all have different dreams and goals. By creating a routine to support those intentions you'll literally reap the rewards of your progress.
How To Start A Daily Routine In 5 Steps
Step One: Ask The Right Question
First, ask yourself: “What do I want to accomplish?”
Step Two: Make a Plan
Write out the first couple of steps you think it will take to achieve this aspiration of yours. No need to have every single step figured out. Striving for general outcomes is perfectly fine at this stage. The point is to get started planning.
Step Three: Make Meaningful Connections
What relationships do you need to make this routine successful? Are there individuals whose habits or perspectives you admire and could learn from? Meaningful connections can help with achieving goals faster through brainstorming, peer support or sharing knowledge gained through first hand experience.
Step Four: Schedule Time For Play
Downtime and fun have a place in your routine, too. In those times of rest you can focus on feeling connected to the present experience. In turn, when you're working on your goal, you can feel refreshed and motivated with the satisfaction of having taken time for relaxation.
Step Five: Track Your Progress
Tracking your progress let's you reflect on what you've accomplished and what adjustments you should make toward your routines and goals. If you need help, grab my Habit and Routine Tracker.
What Daily Routines Work Best?
The best daily routines set you up for success and make you feel your best in terms of energy, mindset and productivity. Any routine that doesn't really shouldn't be something you're doing.
Of course, there's times when you may feel compelled to go above your limit or outside your comfort zone. That's great if you're willing to go for it like doing one more sit up or lap around the block. Again, the best routines help you feel good about yourself and the outcomes you desire to have in your life.
How To Narrow Down Choices For Your Routine
A simple way to narrow down choices for a routine is by tracking your current progress. Either you're getting closer to your goals or you're not. When you track results you’ll see patterns to help you decide what actions stay in your routine and what you should get rid of.
It might sound obvious, but consistently doing the activities that make you feel your best creates incredible momentum, moving you closer and faster to your goals. Don't forget to adjust your routine from time to time. A good routine is one that serves your interests but isn't so rigid you can't change it up as needed.
Conclusion
Creating a daily routine that feels right gives you a sense of purpose and satisfaction. That's what it's all about - living a life that is fulfilling, purposeful and makes you feel good.
Xoxo,
Nicole
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