Nearly All Top Performers Have the Same Trait: Great Daily Routines

Do you ever reach the end of your day and wonder where all your time went? Are there essential things on your to-do list that never get done because you’re too busy putting out fires? Is every day crazy busy, but you never seem to get closer to your big goals?

It may feel like you’re stuck—or running in place but never getting anywhere. However, one simple thing can get you moving again: a daily routine. You probably know what you want and need to get done each day. However—especially in these uncertain times—life can throw obstacles in your way, causing you to veer off course. Having a set routine can allow you to deal with whatever life throws at you and get back on track quickly.

Consider these ways having a routine can bring more energy, productivity, and creativity to your life:

Improved focus. Creating a simple morning routine can improve your focus by easing the burden of decision-making. If you don’t have to think about what to do next, your brain can focus on the critical tasks in your day.
Increased creativity. A simple routine can also increase your creativity. If you don’t have to think about what you should be doing, you free your brain for higher-level thinking.
Less stress. If you create a list of priorities in your life and schedule them into your day, you won’t constantly be worrying about when you will get everything done. Creating a routine—and sticking to it—will help you use your time more effectively. You’ll feel more relaxed knowing you have a plan in place.
Better health. Many people find that self-care falls off their to-do list. By making exercise, shopping for healthy foods, spending time with people you enjoy, and other healthy habits a part of your daily routine, you can improve your health and happiness. Instead of struggling to find time at the end of the day—or week—to care for yourself, your health will become a priority.

Creating a daily routine can help keep your priorities firmly on your schedule instead of gathering cobwebs while you react to the push and pull of life events and other people’s agendas. However, just because a certain routine works for a high-performing athlete, actor, or CEO doesn’t mean it’s the magic road to success for you.

Here are a few simple tips for creating a daily routine that serves your needs:

Prioritize what is important to you and plan a place for it in your daily schedule.
Use a planner or app to help you stay organized.
Make changes to your routine as your life changes.

The beauty of a routine is that you plan it. You design a sequence of habits to meet your personal and professional goals. Once you establish a routine and make it part of your daily life, you may discover something isn’t working. If so, change it up! You might discover one small change can make a huge impact on your productivity.

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