in today's video I'm gonna give you guys 10 tips to actually be productive
while also vlogging a productive day in my life
starting our days off with a positive self-affirmation can set the tone for the whole day. this can
be as simple as looking in the mirror and telling ourselves that we're going to be productive
today. the idea here is to cultivate a positive mindset and channel that energy into your
tasks. affirmations also promote self-belief and confidence which are crucial for tackling
any challenges you might face. think of it as a motivational speech you're going to give
yourself <3 it might sound strange but honestly it works for me. you might notice in my videos
I love to put affirmations and reminders for a little positive boost.
set a wake-up routine. I'm gonna call it a wake-up routine rather
than a morning routine today because lots of people wake up at different times for different
reasons like if you work night shifts or for example. establishing daily habits or a productivity
routine is another way to streamline your workflow. this could include morning habits
like exercising meditating or reading or maybe journaling like I do. maintaining a routine
also provides structure to your day making you feel more in control of your time. once
you're finished with your wake up routine we'll realize that we are prepared to tackle
the day ahead.
have a plan. the key to productivity is to know exactly what you're going to do,
instead of waking up with no idea of what's ahead. prepare an action plan. this could be
a to-do list for the day or a detailed schedule and once this becomes routine you'll notice
that we're going to spend way less time figuring out what to do and more time doing it. mentally
mapping out your day the night before can also be helpful allowing you to hit the ground
running in the morning.
time management is also a crucial part of being productive. to manage our time
effectively start by prioritizing our tasks. identify what tasks are most important and
need to be done first, so this can help us focus on what's truly necessary, reducing wasted
time. it's also beneficial to set specific and realistic deadlines for tasks to avoid
procrastination and to avoid stressing ourselves out. some things need to be done slowly and
with care. I personally use a bullet journal to plan out my daily to-do list because checking
off things is so satisfying and it provides a creative outlet. I like to put tasks in from
big and small in order to continue to stay motivated through the day. before every week
I also input scheduled events like appointments, meetings, deadlines or anything else so I don't
forget. on the digital side I also like to input schedule things into my Google calendar
so I get a notification prior to my meeting or appointment. as we grow older into adults
from high school to college to postgrad, it feels so overwhelming to be taking care of
so many things at once but at least we know that we're not alone. moreover learn to say
no when you need to. if you're a people pleaser I know that this can be tough and over committing
can easily lead to stress and burnout. so it's okay to turn down activities or tasks that
aren't essential or don't align with your priorities. remember that you can't pour from
an empty glass. remember to set aside time for breaks taking regular breaks can help
you maintain a high level of productivity without over exerting yourself. during these
breaks step away from your work place and do something relaxing or enjoyable to recharge
I like to get a snack, take a walk outside or literally just walk around my apartment
time management isn't about cramming as much work into your day as possible, but it's about
optimizing your day so you can work efficiently, effectively and sustainably, without burning
yourself out.
focus on one task at a time. sometimes multitasking
may seem like a good idea to get more done but it can actually be detrimental to productivity.
the human brain is much better at handling tasks sequentially, rather than simultaneously
when you focus on one task at a time you can give your full attention and finish it more
effectively and efficiently. and this also minimizes mistakes that can occur when your
attention is divided.
all right I'm done work now. we're gonna fold the laundry, we have a lot of laundry to fold
and I kind of want to reorganize my dresser as well but, we'll see we'll see we'll see
keep a (decently) clean environment. having a clean and organized workspace can significantly impact
our productivity. it's easier to focus when we're not surrounded by clutter, so take some
time every day to tidy up our workspace and our environment. but this doesn't mean that
everything has to be perfect but it should be organized in a way that helps us work efficiently
having a specific place for everything and returning items to their place can reduce
the time that we spend searching for things. I tend to have big weekend cleanup session
and then attempt to tidy a little bit every day so it doesn't get too bad throughout the
week but sometimes this doesn't always happen and things do pile up, which is completely normal.
give yourself rewards. rewards are a great way to stay motivated. by giving yourself a
small reward after completing a task we're reinforcing the behavior of completing tasks
these rewards don't have to be large just something to look forward to. this could be
a snack a short break or time on social media. the idea is to make the process of working
towards your goals enjoyable. additionally practice self-care because without your health
mental or physical nothing else really matters take care of your own needs, make sure your
body is nourished and your brain is a lovely place to be.
know when to call it quits. it's important to understand your own limits there's only so
much work you can do before you start to burn out. when you start to feel exhausted or overwhelmed
it's time to take a break. this could be a short break to clear your head or it might
mean stopping for the day. remember that rest is just as important as work for maintaining
long-term productivity. I know that navigating life can be tough sometimes but at least we're
in this together <3