There's a lot of "change" everyone promises to make in the new year. A lot of times, we tend to make changes - only temporarily - to be more productive. So, listen to me and follow 25 simple steps to ensure that you stay productive in the new year.
1. Limit social media time
Social media can be toxic sometimes - just take a break.
2. Do some good for the world
Give back to the community that has given to you.
3. Explore nature and allow yourself to relax
Nature walks, mountain hikes, or even just a walk down the street.
4. Exercise!!!! Yoga!!! Meditation!!!
JUST BREATHE.
5. Use a planner
Don't fight it, just go with it.
6. And sticky notes
They really make great page markers.
7. Make a to-do list
And cross everything off as you go.
8. Get started with your to-do list early in the morning
You can do it!
9. Reward yourself a little for being productive
TREAT YO SELF, girl!
10. Eat a healthier diet. It'll make you feel better...and look better!
Just try not to go through a drive-through for every meal, ok?
11. Read a book, the news, or even listen to podcasts
Books are good for the soul.
12. Have a clean work/school space
It's so much easier to work when everything is clean!
13. Let go of the negative aspects of your life
Be positive, and cut everyone out that isn't.
14. Start routines and follow through with them
It'll be hard at first, but you'll catch on!
15. Listen to classical music while working/studying/cleaning
It's soothing - and has no words to belt out and distract you.
16. Make your goals specific and realistic
Don't under or overestimate yourself.
17. Be able to say no sometimes
NO. NO. NOOOO!
18. Track your progress
Know how you are doing, so you can know how far you have to go.
19. Make a playlist of your favorite music to crank out work
Music makes EVERYTHING better.
20. Do not be too hard on yourself!!!
You are only human, you can do this.
21. Enjoy what you are doing
Love what you do, do what you love.
22. Do not get in the way of yourself
FOCUS ON YOU.
23. Look at the world differently
Get another point of view.
24. Identify what consumes most of your time & adjust it when necessary
Basically, don't spend 20 hours a week binging "Grey's Anatomy".
25. Be consistent
Hold yourself accountable!
Follow these simple steps, and you're sure to succeed!
