Good living routines to help you reach your best self

Did you know that people who are able to use their time in a more productive and balanced way are not the ones who can get a lot done in a short period of time, but the ones who can use all the hours of a day in the most effective way? When you follow certain routines and, more importantly, discover what your own needs and wants are, you will find that you are able to use your time much better. Whether you want to organize your home life, get more out of your work or strengthen your relationship with your partner, there is one magic word that can really help you. Routines.

Yes, we all know the importance of daily routines; but can we fully adapt them to our lives? Even if you are thinking, 'No matter what I do, I can't stick to routines...', you still have the power to change things. What will bring you to your best self in every aspect of your life; what will make you rediscover yourself and your life as in Dear Singer song 'I need a new me'; is not luck and fate as in theory, but the routines in practice.

A clean, tidy, organized life, where everything is in its place and clutter doesn't lead to depression is undoubtedly what we all desire, but how?

Make your bed: Start your day by making your bed. This will help your brain It can give you a small signal of success and motivate you to keep your living spaces organized.

Prepare your clothes and belongings the night before: If you're going to the gym the next day, have an important meeting at the office or an online presentation from home, get everything you need ready the night before. Choose your outfits, gather your necessary notes and equipment. This way, you can save time and you don't have to make a mess looking for what and where. Also, make a small list of the things you need to take with you every day when you leave the house and hang it by the door so you don't forget anything, especially in the morning rush.

Do small cleanups: Put everything back where you got it, so you can avoid clutter and lost items. Make time for small cleanups every day; even if it's just a rough daily cleanup, you can avoid big time wastes. Instead of a deep weekend clean that will take all day, clean your home in a very short amount of time every weekday. Wipe large surfaces, remove clutter, fold laundry, vacuum one room each day. It will be easier and more fun.

Prepare your to-do list: Start by prioritizing your tasks. Write down whether it is urgent, important, needs to be done immediately, what you need to complete that day or what will not be a problem if you do not complete it. In this way, you can manage your time more effectively and act more confidently by feeling that things are under your control. Make yourself comfortable by leaving a small space for possible urgent tasks that are not on the plan.

Plan your dinner in advance: Write down what you plan to prepare for dinner, what is missing from your recipe, do you need to buy something from the store before you get home. This way, you won't be lazy when you get home, you won't give up on your idea because you're missing ingredients, and you can regularly prepare your dinner every night instead of buying takeout.

Clean your desk at the end of the day: Whether you work at home or in the office, take a few minutes every day to clean your desk before you finish work. This will help you feel more organized and motivated when you return to work the next day.

Check your personal budget: Review your finances every day as part of your daily routine. Take a few minutes each day to check how much you have spent on what. This way you can stay on top of your finances and avoid unexpected surprises at the end of the month.

Do a brain dump: To avoid worrying about what you will do the next day and to get a good night's sleep, write down what you have in mind before you go to bed. Think about what you need to do tomorrow, where you need to go, if there is anything you missed or forgot today and write it down.