There are some people who seem to live their lives with Rocky Balboa levels of discipline. But from what I can tell, my personal supply of willpower hovers around average… at best. It’s not that I haven’t attempted to increase my discipline over the years. I’ve tried to apply many of the various tactics and…
Why Perfectionism Stops US From Creating New Habits
When we decide to create a new habit — exercise, healthy eating, meditation, writing — we can get excited and optimistic, and have an idea of how it will go perfectly. This is such a hopeful time! Unfortunately, reality has other plans. Our perfect idea of how our new habit will go is pretty much…
Sliding Bad Habits Into Good Ones
When you identify hidden habits, you can also trace them back to their needs and desires, and then you can devise more deliberate ways to satisfy those desires. It’s likely you have some habits you may identify as bad or problematic, but they’re actually serving you well. Think of a bad habit as a good…
The Challenges of Daily Routines and How to Face Them
There was a moment when I first started adopting daily routines where I got really frustrated. It was towards the end of my morning routine. I found myself feeling frantic and rushed. I hadn’t done everything I felt was important to the routine and now had to get ready for work and head out the…
“What Good Shall I Do This Day?” the Power of Micro Habits
Here’s the daily schedule he adhered to, which he shared in his autobiography. Looks pretty familiar, right? Franklin’s habits would have allowed him to thrive in today’s fast-paced world, just as they did in the 18th century. He got up early and primed his mind and body for the day ahead. He had a mindfulness…
You Won’t Believe How a Small Shift in Habit Can Be Life Changing
Habits are extraordinarily powerful. They make up almost half of our daily actions. A change in your habits will have a massive impact. It can truly be life-changing. We’ve all seen or read the stories of transformation. A high school dropout that ends up at the top of the business world, or someone struggling with…
10 Days & Nights to the Best Sleep of Your Life
Day 1—Set Your Internal Clock, And Leave It Alone! Ever wonder why you can hardly pull yourself out of bed each Monday morning after sleeping in on the weekends? Readjusting your nightly sleeping and waking time makes it harder to sleep soundly and makes you more tired over the long run. Create a habit of…
8 Ways to Have the Best Morning Ever
Rise and shine! How do you start off your morning? Whatever the case, what you do in the morning sets your mood for the rest of the day. It makes sense, then, to make sure you’re having the healthiest, most productive morning possible. Read on for ways to have the best mornings ever. Do you…
14 Two-Minute Habits to Do Each Day
Having a clutter free home is something many people strive towards. It’s more calm, orderly, and less overwhelming each time you walk in the front door. Seeing a clean countertop when I first walk out to the kitchen each morning or a bed that’s freshly made gives me a little more motivation even if I…
Daily Routines: What They Are, What They Aren’t, and Why They Matter
Daily routines are deeply familiar territory here at This Wondrous Life and an integral piece of my slow living journey. Maybe you’re reading this and agree. Maybe you’re reading this and have no context around daily routines. I feel you and that’s why I’m here. Before we dive in I do want to say this:…
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