Routines Make Us Crazy or Sane

I've really been lacking lately on this whole blogging thing, so I'm on a new time management schedule, which seems to be working so far. I spend the day more efficiently, getting lots of stuff done before and after work, and not just letting it all fall apart after I get home from work, like I was before.

I'm not sure if any of you are big into getting yourself on a healthy routine, but trust me, its been doing wonders to me. It just takes little steps, and you have to try hard not to let it overwhelm you at first.

Here's a basic rundown of what I've been doing:

• Morning routine:
• Wake up no later than 7:30am
• Exercises, such as running, yoga, sit-ups.
• Shower
• Solid breakfast and my coffee ;)
• Relax until 9:30-10:30am with leisurely, creative activity.
• Afternoon routine:
• Eat/make sizable breakfast
• Get ready for the day
• Go to work! (my typical shift right now is noon to 5pm)
• Evening routine:
• Eat a small dinner no later than 7:30pm (Early and small dinner, because your metabolism slows down the later it gets, and if you eat too close to sleep, it can cause indigestion)
• More creative time
• Off screen by 9-9:30 (this means computers, tv, cellphones, anything that can effect sleeping habits)
• Bedtime routine (brushing teeth, face washing, etc)
• 15 minute stretch
• Read/do puzzles in bed until I fall asleep no later than 11pm

NOW, this is just a rundown of my routine. It works for me, and may not for anyone else by any means. I've been sleeping poorly, and this is all to try and correct that, as well as force me into a generally healthier lifestyle. A lot of whats above only applies to a day that evolves around my work day, and does not include what to do if I have plans. 

Some daily outfits....:

Room is messy due to living with a messy boy. XD