The Daily Mastery Podcast by Robin Sharma

Ask Yourself This Question + Write About It in Your Journal [As Part of Your Calibrated Morning Routine]

Oct 17, 2024

Starting your day with intention is vital. Incorporating meditation, visualization, and physical activity sets a powerful tone. However, reflection through journaling elevates your morning routine. This practice helps you align with your core values, steering you towards genuine success rather than just busyness. The idea is to balance action with moments of solitude for deeper thinking and renewal, transforming both your personal and professional life.

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A calibrated morning routine that includes meditation, reflection, and journaling fosters alignment between daily actions and core values.

Prioritizing solitude and contemplation enables individuals to uncover strategic insights that significantly advance their personal and professional success.

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The Importance of Reflection

Being busy does not equate to being productive, and reflection serves as an antidote to the busyness many experience in both personal and professional realms. In the past, individuals often engaged in activities that fostered contemplation, such as solitude, journaling, and meaningful conversations, which promoted a deeper understanding of their lives and work. This practice of reflection allows individuals to assess whether their daily actions align with their core values and to consider the impact of their work. By dedicating time to think critically about their goals and projects, individuals can identify key initiatives that will significantly enhance their success in their organizations and markets.

The Power of Reflection in a Busy World

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You know I believe that a calibrated morning routine is one of the most important habits for an exceptionally great life. The way you begin your day very much sets up how your day unfolds.

Of course…

…starting with MVP [Meditation, Visualization, Prayer] is powerful.

…doing a sweaty workout while hydrating and listening to a fascinating audiobook is magic.

…speaking some mantras and reciting some affirmations is enriching.

Yet, without some time reflecting and recording in your journal, I don’t believe a morning routine is fully loaded, if you get my drift.

If you’re serious about becoming a virtuoso, balance periods of being in the world with periods in the wilderness of isolation, contemplation, reflection and renewal.

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