Productivity...How to use your Time Wisely

Time.

We all have the same 24 hours in a day.

But how we use it is what makes us different. 

Do you ever feel like you wake up in the morning & you are literally turning right around and going to bed? Thinking to yourself, "where has this day gone and what did I get done."

Trust me, I know. I used to always think where did my time go. And why is my to-do list still the same size when I woke up. 

Coming up with a system to increase your productivity  is major. To get anything done you must cut out the nonsense. You must sit down and plan out your day (yes things come up) but if you stick to a list or game plan you will increase productivity by a lot.

So what do you need to do?

1. Make a to-do list for the next day before you go to bed.

2. Start with whatever task is the hardest or will take the longest. 

3. Set a timer when working on one. (If you only want to be blogging for thirty minutes. Set a timer and work for that long)

4. Check off your items as you finish, you will fill more accomplished. 

5. If you're on Facebook working, turn OFF your notifications. (Who's guilty of everytime a notification or ding goes off you look? You are getting distracted) remember you are trying to use your timely wisely.

6. Turn your phone on silent and flipped over. 

7. And how to choose what to do to be productive?? Write a list of ten goals you want to accomplish over the next year starting today. (These goals can be anything) identify your "push" goal, it is something like being financially free, own a beach house, etc. This is the major goal you are working towards and this will help you determine what you should be doing everyday. These small daily  to dos are going to get you to that goal. 

 

Put your head down.

Get to work.

Keep your eye on the prize. 

And remember we all have the same 24 hours in the day, how you choose to spend those hours is up to you! 

For more ideas in how to be productive just email me - alyssayourish@gmail.com

Thanksgiving: Staying On Track

Happy Holidays!!!! Thanksgiving is here...Thursday ahhh! Can you believe it, the year has just really flown by. And now it is time for all those goodies and family stops throughout the day. Which means you are having dinner maybe more than once and picking at the treats left on the table.

You know all the good stuff is just sitting there waiting to be eaten. And your stuck debating on whether or not you should eat a sweet treat or stick 100% to your diet. I know for me, I will not deprive myself of something I want. Nor should you!! It's the holidays and it's okay to enjoy your favorites but it's all about moderation!!

There are a few things that I like to do. These tricks help me stay in track and allow me to enjoy my treat GUILT FREE!!! 

1. Sleep in: yes, I said it. If your used to getting up super early every other day for work and your thanksgiving plans aren't until later in the afternoon give yourself an extra hour. This will allow your body to unwind from the crazy running around you have been doing while prepping for this holiday. 

2. Get a workout in: as soon as you wake up, put those workout clothes on and get to moving! Sleep in your workout clothes the night before if you have too. This way if you get up and do it first thing, you are giving yourself no excuse to get it done. Chances are if you get up and start doing other things; the time will slip from you and you won't have time to do it. 

3. Drink your water: drink your daily alotted water. Keep your body hydrated. You don't want your metabolism to slow , when you are running around busy on this holiday. It can be hard because you are not in your typical everyday routine. BUT, you'll feel a little energized and be hydrated if you drink your daily amount. 

4. Cooking/not cooking: if you are cooking try and swap out the original buttered down recieps for healthy alternatives (chances are no one will never notice) ; not cooking and going to a family members?? Offer to bring a side dish and spice it up a bit with clean eating. That way you know there is one healthy dish. 

5. Kick back and relax:  if you want to plan this day as your cheat meal, then my goodness go for it!!! If this isn't your cheat meal feel free to enjoy a piece of apple pie, pumpkin roll, or whatever else baked goodies are there. You are not tied down to eating clean 100% of the time. You are here to enjoy yourself. 

**Remember you started this journey to learn how to balance healthy eating & temptations without making yourself miserable

Enjoy yourself this holiday season. Kick back and enjoy this time with your loved ones!!! It's the best thing you can do.

 And if you feel totally off track and want to be a step above everyone else & on track to ring in the New Year, stay accountable in joining my 21 day holiday slim down challenge. No quick fixes here, we are learning a healthy lifestyle! Stayed focused & having support through the month of December is our goal!!!!

If you are interested please reach out to me: here and let's work together to find you the perfect program!! With every challenge pack purchased YOU receive a $20 coupon back just for investing in yourself!