Put your phone on the other side of the room so you have to get up to switch it off...
TIPS 'N' TRICKS
1. Have a healthy wake up
Keep your phone at a distance. Put your phone on the other side of the room so you have to get up to switch it off.
Embrace aeroplane mode. Sleep with your phone on aeroplane mode and don’t turn aeroplane mode off until you’ve done something productive.
Resist the morning scroll. Try to do something other than scrolling through stressful news on social media first thing in the morning.
2. Build enjoyment into your routine
It’s really important to set some time aside for something you enjoy – time where you can just forget about all the worries in the world.
With things you enjoy, making them part of your routine feels like less of a chore!
3. Make a to–do list
It’s definitely good to start your day with a small task – success leads to motivation, which leads to success – so start with something achievable.
Here are some tips for getting started:
Write a to–do list each day. Find the time that works best for you – it could help you to do it just before going to sleep to clear your head or first thing in the morning over breakfast. Experiment and see what suits.
Start small. If you can achieve some little tasks early on in the day, it gives you a boost to go on and get more done.
Have a flexible approach If you find to–do lists aren’t for you, maybe try setting reminders on your phone instead or, if you eat dinner with family or friends in the evening, talk through your aims for the following day and check in the next day to make sure you’ve done what you hoped to.
Look for the bare necessities. Don’t get so caught up on your list that you forget the daily essentials, like brushing your teeth or your skincare routine! It’s important to not forget the basics and looks after yourself.
4. Take a break and stay hydrated
You’ll head back to your desk feeling more refreshed after a screen break.
Drinking and staying hydrated can help you remain focussed and more productive, so building a regular drinks break into your day is really important, especially whilst studying at home.
Breaks help you get couple of minutes to clear your mind and think about nothing in particular. You’ll head back to your desk feeling more refreshed after a screen break.
5. Settle down for bed
Too much stimulation in the evening wakes you up and you need to calm down before bed.
Sometimes it can be hard to wind down and ‘switch off’ before bed, can’t it? Here are a few ideas you can try to make bedtime a little easier:
Control that phone! You could try setting your phone to automatically turn to ‘night mode’ at 8pm. It changes your screen from blue to orange which feels less harsh on your eyes and can help you chill out.
Get your washing routine down. If showering relaxes you and helps you wind down, then it can be a great way to switch off and forget about the rest of the world.
Control your lighting. Try turning your lights off at the same time every night, even if you aren’t tired. It should help you drift off to sleep more easily.
Have a debrief. Try calling a loved one for half an hour before bed. It can be good to talk through your day and can be a positive and relaxing way to end the day.
Compiled by SG
