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The original was posted on /r/getmotivated by /u/Hamerdesk55 on 2023-12-30 17:08:16+00:00.
I’ve never felt the need to join the 5am club, or lock my phone away during the day, or do any of those other hacks that productivity gurus are constantly preaching.
But something feels different about 2024. I’m suddenly extremely motivated to really, and I mean really, take control of my life and reach my full potential. I don’t know if it’s something in the air, or just the nice even-number year, but I have this urge to make 2024 my bitch.
If you guys are interested (and maybe it will motivate you too), here are the main habits that I am going to STICK WITH this year to absolutely kill it.
Meditation. It all starts at the base. A sound mind will put you in the position to crush every day ahead of you. I’ve found that whenever I meditate for 20 minutes in the morning, my ADHD is significantly less distracting throughout the entire day. And when I have time for a second session in the afternoon, I am a monk-like animal. Something about forcing your monkey brain to sit the fuck still for long enough, and then you get used to it.
Limiting Screen Time. I’m so close to the point in believing that phones are evil. They have this crazy power to make me want to check it every 2 minutes, and then get sucked into social media every time I do. And it’s not just the actual time that I spend on my phone that’s lost, the constant context switching makes me lose the ENTIRE day. The “Present - Screen Time” app has been an absolute GAME CHANGER for me recently - giving me reminders when scrolling too long, blocking apps for focus sessions, and actually letting me compete against my friends for lower screen time - all in a gamified way.
Exercise. A sounds body creates a sound mind. I’ve never been overweight, but I’ve also never been able to get into a consistent exercise routine. And I know it’s holding me back from having the energy I need to just absolutely kill it. I’ve decided that I’m going to splurge a bit on 10 personal training sessions in the New Year to give me the momentum I need..
Environment. Okay, this isn’t a habit, but environment is everything. I live in New York City - been here for 5 years now. I used to love it, but it’s been completely weighing on my soul recently. The lack of sunlight and fresh air, drinking culture, small shitty apartment, homeless people everywhere. It’s just depressing and demoralizing. I want to move somewhere warm, with sunlight, and lower cost of living. Somewhere where I can work from home and feel happy, not claustrophobic. Suggestions very much appreciated!
There’s so many productivity tools and tricks out there, it can be extremely overwhelming. But I welcome any suggestions to help me reach my goals this year.
I feel the motivation seething through my veins just by writing this. I’ve had some good momentum the past month starting on these habits, and I can just feel that 2024 is going to be my year. Make it your year too. Make 2024 your bitch...