Stuff You Should Know Short Stuff: Routines
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Apr 19, 2023 Routines can be game-changers for success and well-being. They help conserve willpower and reduce decision fatigue. Discover how habits and cues intertwine to create effective routines, bringing stability and structure. There’s also a fun twist on mixing up daily routines to keep life stimulating. Small changes in daily activities can spark mental clarity and prevent boredom!
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Routines and Well-being
- Routines are crucial for overall well-being, impacting mental, physical, and emotional health.
- They provide stability during uncertainty and reduce anxiety, according to studies like one from Tel Aviv University.
Willpower Conservation
- Routines conserve willpower by automating actions, reducing decision fatigue.
- This allows you to reserve willpower for more important decisions later in the day.
Establishing Routines
- Establish routines by repeating desired actions, like taking a laptop to the same spot daily for writing.
- Create cues or "affordances" to trigger the routine, strengthening the mental association.