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What Self-Optimisers Get Wrong About Habit

Reactionary Feminist • 10 implied HN points • 15 Feb 25
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Self-Improvement Lifestyle Routine Work-life balance
  1. Routine is important and good for creating a sense of structure in life. It helps people think clearly and gives them energy to enjoy life more.
  2. Opposing routine because it feels overly structured can lead to burnout. Instead of rejecting routine entirely, it’s better to find balance.
  3. Self-optimization can be restrictive and stressful. Routine should serve personal growth and mental freedom, not just efficiency.

Waking-Up Times, In Order

The Chatner • 2063 implied HN points • 27 Jul 23
🎭️ Culture Daily Life Routine Humor
  1. Waking up early at 5am for special occasions can be a unique experience.
  2. Waking up at 5:30am might be necessary for those with demanding responsibilities, like being the only doctor in town.
  3. A 6am wake-up call may lead to feeling conceited in the morning and unproductive in the afternoon.

Wiggly Consistency

Seven Senses • 879 implied HN points • 25 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Creativity Habits Art Routine Personal Growth
  1. Building consistency in your daily habits can lead to positive changes in your life. Small, regular actions can help you feel more secure and grounded.
  2. Starting small with new habits is often better than going all in right away. Even two minutes of a new practice can help you develop a routine without feeling overwhelmed.
  3. Flexibility in your routines is important. Consistency shouldn't feel like a strict schedule; it should allow for moments when you can stray away without feeling like you've failed.
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Morning ritual

Escaping Flatland • 353 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
📚 Literature Writing Creativity Routine Focus
  1. The author emphasizes the importance of dedicating pre-dawn hours to focus on core work like writing essays.
  2. Having a routine helps maintain focus, especially when balancing work, chores, and parenting.
  3. Essay writing requires deep, patient focus and can show erratic progress, making it a unique and challenging task.

Best in packing: How I packed for an 8-day work and leisure trip to two cities

are you wearing that? by Subrina Heyink • 668 implied HN points • 27 Jun 23
🏝 Travel Packing Clothing Routine Accessories
  1. There are no strict rules for packing when traveling - pack in a way that works best for you and your needs.
  2. Consider the activities, season, and your personal comfort when deciding what to pack for a trip.
  3. Use packing tools like compression bags and cubes to efficiently organize and fit more items in your luggage.

A breakfast to look forward to

A Small and Simple Thing • 412 implied HN points • 09 Oct 23
🍲 Food & Drink Breakfast Recipes Routine Family Healthy Eating
  1. Breakfast in the author's house is about ease and consistency, with weekdays requiring little effort for meals due to morning routines.
  2. The author goes through years-long periods of eating the same breakfast, showcasing a devotion to routine and simplicity.
  3. The author and their family have been enjoying overnight oats, referred to as 'O'Nites,' with recent modifications bringing excitement to their breakfast routine.

Health Huddle: Where You are the Guru

Are You Okay? • 379 implied HN points • 29 Dec 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Connection Friendship Grief Routine Volunteering
  1. Human connection is essential for health and well-being. Reach out, reconnect, and stay connected to others.
  2. Establishing a meaningful routine, engaging in volunteer work, and developing personal interests are crucial for a fulfilling retirement.
  3. In times of grief, making an effort to stay connected with friends and accept invitations, even if it feels uncomfortable, can help with the healing process.

From Procrastination to Productivity: The Pre-Coding Checklist

Weekend Developer • 19 implied HN points • 12 May 23
🚌 Education Productivity Routine Preparation Success Habit formation
  1. Having a pre-coding routine can help you focus and get started on your tasks more effectively.
  2. Visualizing and planning your tasks the evening before can help your subconscious start working on solutions.
  3. Creating cues, like setting reminders and writing down intentions, can help you establish productive habits and reduce the need for constant motivation.

#27: Ambient uncertainty, Part 1

The Uncertainty Mindset (soon to become tbd) • 99 implied HN points • 06 May 20
📖 Philosophy Uncertainty Mindset Psychology Routine
  1. Life can feel uncertain and unpredictable, especially during tough times. Finding joy in small daily victories helps us cope with this unpredictability.
  2. Being used to a predictable routine makes sudden changes feel scary. We need to build up our comfort with uncertainty so we can handle bigger challenges better.
  3. Creating small surprises or fun moments in our daily routines can help us look forward to the unexpected. This way, we can embrace uncertainty instead of fearing it.

4 Tips to Fall Asleep Faster and Stay Asleep Longer

Austin's Analects • 0 implied HN points • 17 Apr 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Sleep Routine Well-being
  1. Creating a consistent sleep schedule is important for falling and staying asleep. Try to go to bed at the same time every night.
  2. Avoid trying to make up lost sleep by sleeping in; prioritize consistent sleep and wake times instead.
  3. Think about your morning routine for better sleep: get early morning sun exposure and delay caffeine after waking up to help manage cortisol levels.

Get your Rest

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 26 Apr 20
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Sleep Anxiety Routine Physical activity
  1. Sleep is essential for brain health and overall well-being. It is just as important as food, water, shelter, and love.
  2. Establishing a regular sleep schedule and avoiding habits like excessive daytime napping can help improve the quality of your sleep.
  3. Limiting caffeine and alcohol intake in the evenings, exercising daily, and practicing relaxation techniques, like meditation, can all contribute to better sleep during stressful times.

The Theme of Emptiness

Wayne's Earth • 0 implied HN points • 15 Jan 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Reflection Purpose Routine Wisdom Meaning
  1. The Theme of Emptiness is a key concept in Ecclesiastes, highlighting the feeling of life's futility and lack of lasting significance.
  2. Nature's cyclical patterns as mentioned in Ecclesiastes can reflect the monotony and lack of real change in our daily lives, prompting us to consider breaking away from repetitive routines.
  3. Though knowledge and wisdom are emphasized, Ecclesiastes also challenges us to seek fulfillment in activities that bring genuine joy and purpose, not just focusing on acquiring information.

Morning / Routine

Splattern • 0 implied HN points • 06 Dec 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Routine Mental health Productivity Behaviorism Lifestyle
  1. A morning routine can start off helpful but may become overwhelming if you add too many activities. It's important to keep it simple so it remains effective.
  2. The main goal of a morning routine is to help you start your day quickly and focus on what's most important to you. For some, that could be meditating or writing.
  3. Having a structured schedule, like B.F. Skinner’s strict routine, can actually give you more freedom and productivity. Finding the right balance between structure and flexibility is key.

Kill Distraction. Read. Learn.

Venture Prose • 0 implied HN points • 02 Feb 16
🏥 Health & Wellness Productivity Self-care Reading Routine Learning
  1. Set up a structured agenda to divide your day for productivity and other tasks. Consider keeping a day off per week for maximum productivity.
  2. Turn off notifications during the day to manage distractions better and deal with them intentionally.
  3. Allocate at least 30 minutes daily for reading. Save readings for later by using tools like Pocket and be selective on the sources you follow for focused learning.