Have you ever thought about how many things you have to get done in one given day?
Is exhausting, right?
Is get up, deal with it, or just take a nap and not even do any of it.
The daily to-do list can make life so overwhelming, sometimes you don’t know where to start.
The thoughts of what you should do first? what is most important? and the guilty thoughts of leaving another task for tomorrow can be daunting.
I’ve been simplifying my life over the past few years. It’s unrecognizable how many changes I’ve made, in order to make everything easier in my life.
This is an ongoing process, but everything use to be too much. To much time spent on getting ready. Too many plans for the weekends. To many friends and family events. Too much of everything.
Simplifying my life has made me happier. Less fuss and more enjoying the moment.
Here are some of the tips to simplify your life.
11 Ways To Simplify Your Life Today
1. Focus on one goal at a time:
When you focus on one goal at a time you are able to accomplish more in the long run. I’ve set multiple goals in the past and that became overwhelming and slowed down my progress. Then I decided to cut those down and really hone in on what is important. Select ONE big goal per year, and focus on doing everything possible to reach it, you’ll accomplish even more in the long run.
2. Take a social media break:
Watching everyones accomplishments day by day can negatively affect how you view your own progress. Comparison is the thief of joy and since no one on social media details their failure, everything seems perfect from the outside looking in. Take full social media breaks and when you find yourself scrolling and comparing your life, log off and enjoy where you’ve come from and where you’re going.
3. Simplify your wordrobe:
Making your wardrobe simpler and throwing out anything that you haven’t worn in years will help make life easier. Getting ready in the morning will be less of a hassle, and you’ll avoid the morning stress that comes with getting ready.
4. Schedule “you” time:
Taking care of yourself will help you avoid getting sick as well as reduce stress. Whether is going to the gym, taking time to clear your head or getting a massage, this time will help you clear you mental thoughts and make you feel better about yourself.
5. Gratitude:
We often get lost in the day to day problems of our lives, we forget to give thanks for what we have. Taking time to give thanks or keep a gratitude journal will help you feel good about what you have, in return feeling more calm because you’ll begin to realize that everything you need Is already inside you.
6. Clear your mind:
Meditating is the best way to declutter your mind. Usually those daily thoughts and worries can add up over time, this can build unwanted anxiety and cause stress that can make your days more difficult. Using a meditating apps like Headspace will make your life easier.
7. Create a list of 3 priorities per day:
A list will help you prioritize whats important for you, making it easier to accomplish what you value. We want to do a lot in a day but multitasking can sometimes can keep us from accomplishing what’s important.
8. Time Block:
Time blocking can be just as helpful in making life easier. Blocking time for self-care, important tasks, makes it easier to get the most out of your time. Taking control of your time is important. Use an app to block 5-15 min to spend on emails or on a simple task without getting distracted by anything else or use a fun time blocking alarm like New Clock Timer Alarm Cube Digital.
9. Declutter:
A clean space is one of the easiest ways to simplify your life. Knowing where everything is at any given time can help you get out the door faster. Studies have shown how much our environment can affect our mood so tiding up can result in a better mood.
10. Schedule your days and stick to them:
Creating a day to day schedule is great for reaching your goals. It also makes it easier to decide what to focus on that day without spending too much time delegating. Set a schedule and stick to it. Using apps like Google calendar is great, it helps you organize your day with colors, and lets you add reminders.
11. Cut out toxic people:
Everything we do slowly drains our energy, and sometimes people can be the biggest energy draining forces. People with negative attitudes or anyone who doesn’t add happiness or value should slowly be removed from your life. You should surround yourself with those who value you and your opinion, life is short so spend it with those who matter.
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