7 Simple Lifestyle Changes That Will Make You Feel More Productive
- Oct 28, 2016
- 3 min read
Last week seemed like a very slow week for me somehow because nothing seemed to go as planned. I am by far not an expert, but for the most part these simple lifestyle changes has helped me manage my busy lifestyle: work, home,family, work, home, and me. The key to feeling more productive is getting things done. I wanted to share with you some changes I made to feel more productive.
1. Make a To-Do List
Before you go to bed create a To-Do list for the next day. If you are anything like me you go to sleep thinking of all of the things that you need to do the next day. To ensure that you don't forget any important task it is best to write them down as they come to mind. Starting your day off with a To-Do List gives you a sense of relief. I feel less scattered and more organized when I have a To-Do list to go by. This really works for me when I know I have a busy day ahead.
Grab a few cheap notebooks or pads that you can place by your bedside and are portable. Use a check boxes that you can easily check off your accomplished tasks. It is something about that little check mark that is very motivating as you go through the list.
2. Use a Planner
Monthly/Weekly/Daily Planners never go out of style especially with these new hip modern styled notebooks with inspirational and motivating quotes. I use a Academic Daily planner as both my to-do list and schedule planner. Plan out your whole week or day from scheduling a time for house work, family time, resting periods, and work.
Here is a cleaning schedule I setup for myself.
Household Cleaning Schedule
3. Make Up Your Bed
Making up your bed tends to be a habit that people feel is pointless. It is an easy habit to start and will make your life so much less chaotic. When your room is messy start by making up your bed the mess just seems to be less overwhelming. Since the bed is mainly the focal point of most rooms it is the first thing people see (YOU SEE). When the bed is made your mind is more focused and now you can focus on other things.
4. Automate your Life
If you haven't done so already you are missing out. Automating my life is by far the best thing I could have done. There are so many apps that will assist from picking out your clothes to paying your bills.
Here are few free apps I enjoy using on my Android:
5. Use Labels and be Organized
Organizing and labeling your drawers helps you complete task faster. I mainly use them from my craft space and daughter's room to assist with a fast clean up. It is nothing less motivating than not being able to find something you are looking for.
6. Create a Designated Workspace
This was something I had to get adjusted to because I recently started doing more work at home. When you have a designated workspace it is easier to stay organized and eliminate distractions.
7. Wake Up Earlier
I understand that everyone is not a morning person, but getting up earlier gives you a jumpstart to your day. I learned I get more done when I get up earlier and I am less sluggish. This is completely up to you whether you are a night owl or a morning riser. This allows you more time to complete more task.
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