Tuesday, January 18, 2011

Meticulousness and Routines

I find that I have a better grasp on my productivity when I am meticulous about my routines throughout the day. This might include getting ready in the morning, cleaning up after myself and eating regularly, as well as doing my homework and other duties.

Keys to maintaining a good routine:

  1. A place for everything and everything in its place.
    1. Dishes, clothes, papers and beauty products are just some of the things I need to keep an eye on in this category.
  2. Good hygiene, quick but efficient.
    1. Being productive does not include plucking your eyebrows for 15 minutes every day. 
    2. However, it should include a shower and promptly dressing.
  3. Consistent meal times, work times and sleep times.
    1. A good routine is neither sloppy nor too rigorous. If you spend a balanced amount of time between these three areas, there should be a good deal of time to play, sleep and work in your schedule.
  4. Quick, gentle exercise.
    1. This should be gentle enough to do every day and not daunting at all. I prefer yoga and Pilates. The idea behind this point is that maintaining your body not only boosts your self-esteem, but also your productivity levels. Who wants to sit on their rump all day after working to getting toned? Not me.
    2. Some other ideas might include a quickly paced walk, bike, jog or swim, or light weight lifting for the sake of toning.
  5. Good communication. 
    1. I threw this one in because if you are struggling with some project or habit, talking to someone about it--either to identify when the struggle exists, or to get outside encouragement--is always helpful. 
    2. Personally, I like to brag to Rico about everything I've accomplished in a day because it makes my life seem more fulfilling. Too often I find myself saying that nothing ever happens to me. That outlook is hardly a good one when I am looking for a fulfilling life.
Being meticulous will help to whittle down the time one might spend showering, dinking about during work times or cleaning times. Meticulous dressers are also very sharp. ; )

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