My Daily Routine

photo credit to Scott Dungan
It is my belief that having a daily routine is important, be it to create structure, to give the day a sense of purpose or to simply help you get things done. Now, my daily routine is outlined below, all of these things equally important and all benefit my life in some way.
Every so often, I like to have a detox, if you will, and have an evaluation of the main aspects of my life and decide what, if anything, needs correcting a bit, and a big part of that is my daily routine, because, as obvious as it may sound, it is a big big part of my life and is a large factor in whether my days are fabolous and fill me with delight or whether my days are glum.
Mine is like this..

* Awaking.
Smile. Decide that today is going to be a wonderful day. Tell yourself this, with absolute certainty, and out loud if possible. Make your bed, open a window. Smile some more.

* Breakfast.
The most important meal of the day, I know I don’t function as well without it. Make time to enjoy it. Have something delicious. Smoothies, toast, whatever tickles your fancy, if you will.

*Getting ready.
Time is often something of a luxury in a morning, so always always try to arrange your outfit the night before. Wash, brush your teeth, put on your signature scent, style your hair. Look in the mirror. Tell yourself in all seriousness that you look beautiful.

* Walk.
Walk to the bus stop. Walk to your destination if possible, be it school or work. If you have the time, just walk. Take time to visit a local park or place of interest. Good for both body and mind and an inspiring start to the day.

* Study time.Obviously, if you are a student, you need to take time to study for your classes etc. But what if you’re up to date with your work? Or if you’re not a student at all? It’s still important to take time to learn every day, on a subject that interests you or even just something you’ve been wondering about. Read a book. Surf the internet. Enrich your knowledge. You’ll feel better for it.

* Distraction.
Be it writing, listening to music, going to the gym(ha!), painting, cooking. It’s important to set aside some time each day to participate in something that you enjoy and that focuses your thoughts and energy away from everyday life.

* Wind down.
As children, most of us were taught the importance of a routine at bed time, bath, story, sleep. Yet this seems to stop when you get past a certain age. Have a long soak in the tub, with your favourite oils and bubble bath. Make a rule of no television or internet for at least thirty minutes before bed. Put your favourite nightwear on. Have a hot drink such as herbal tea, or hot milk. Get into bed, read a book. Drift away into wonderful dreams.

So, that is a round up of my usual routine. What about yours?

Lots of love..
Kat.. x