Boost Your Productivity: 5 Simple Strategies

Keep your phone away from your bedside and avoid checking it immediately after waking up. Implementation intention: "I will not check my phone for the first hour after waking up."

“I was literally attached to my phone.”

Try to get 10-30 minutes of morning sunlight to help regulate dopamine levels. Habit Stacking: After brushing your teeth, go outside for sunlight.

Set specific times to check your phone instead of constantly checking it throughout the day. Start slowly adjusting dopamine levels.

Identify your top three priorities for the next day and tackle them first thing in the morning. Use a digital planner if desired. This strategy aligns with Getting Things Done principles.

“Your evening routine is just as important as your morning one. A really well structured night set the stage for a productive day.”

Practice mindfulness meditation daily to improve focus and clarity. Start with just one minute and build it into a long-term habit. Refer to Headspace for guided meditations.

“Mindfulness meditation is what really rewire my busy mind and improve my productivity profoundly.”

Identify your purpose and intention for being productive. Reflect on your goals and ensure they align with your purpose. This aligns with principles of Self-Determination Theory.

“Without intention, you have no purpose. Motivation is simply the purpose for acting the way you do.”

Prioritize sleep, a healthy diet, and regular exercise to improve energy and focus. Make small changes that lead to big improvements.

“Your health is your wealth. And without a healthy body, I couldn't do anything.”