Six months ago, I was lying in bed, scrolling through my phone. A thought came to me: I spend most of my time scrolling social media, consuming endless video content, and watching shorts.
I’m not controlling/ managing my time effectively even myself, rather these habits are controlling me.
And I do the same thing every day.
I do the same thing every week… and so on.
I was eager to change my lifestyle and improve my personal development.
I wanted to be productive, build better habits, and take control of myself.
I tried many fancy productivity techniques and time management strategies to bring change into my life. I tried one technique after another…
Maybe those techniques were good, but they didn’t fit me.
I became disappointed, tired, heartbroken, and overwhelmed.
I felt like self-improvement was out of reach and I couldn’t control myself.
I just couldn’t.
Suddenly, I realized that I had intended to go to bed to sleep, but what am I doing? I am wasting my precious time.
So, I took a simple step.
I cut off my internet connection, locked my phone, and put it aside.
Then I closed my eyes and waited for sleep.
It worked. I had a sound sleep and even woke up early in the morning.
This small change in my sleep routine had a significant impact.
I decided not to use my phone when I went to bed to sleep. I strictly followed this routine and started getting a sound sleep every night.
It was a blessing.
No fancy techniques - no productivity secrets - no hacks. Just one single step, one concrete decision, strictly maintained.
I wanted to make it a habit. I decided I would sleep every night before 11 pm. I would do it intentionally every day to make it a subconscious routine, my second nature.
Now I start my day with positive energy and motivation, having had a good night’s sleep.
Encouraged by this success I wanted to build other more productive daily habits. I want to wake up at 5 am, do 15 minutes of yoga, take a morning shower, and have a balanced breakfast.
These simple habits aimed to enhance my morning routine and overall well-being.
To track my progress and stay accountable, I assigned priority points to each habit: sleep (30), wake up (20), yoga (15), shower (20), and breakfast (15). This system totaled 100 points, providing a clear structure for my daily habit tracking.
To strictly follow these routines, I’ve set some rules to earn and deduct points:
- If I slept by 11 pm, I earned 30 points. For every 30-minute delay, I lost 5 points.
- If I wake up at 5 am, I earn 20 points but lose 5 points for every 30-minute delay.
- If I complete 15 minutes of yoga I’ll earn 15 points. I gain 5 points for every 5 minutes of yoga and receive 0 points if skip.
- If I take a morning shower, I earn 20 points; otherwise, I get 0.
- If I have a balanced breakfast, I earn 15 points; if it’s not balanced, I get 0 points, and if it’s unhealthy, I lose 10 points.
I’ve kept a notebook to track my routines. I use it as a habit tracker journal.
I write all 5 habits and their priority points, and based on my achievements, I assign points for each habit on that day.
This method of habit tracking made my progress visible and motivated me to stay consistent.
I segmented my routine for a week and just beneath each daily log, I included a graph to visualize my weekly progress, which helped me plan and adjust my routines for the following week.
I’ve shared an image of my weekly routine page from my notebook — you can check it out in the image below.
To maintain this habit-building process throughout the year, I designed a comprehensive “Habit Building Logbook.”
If you want to enhance your productivity and develop effective daily habits, you can find this logbook on Amazon.
👉Habit Building Logbook (Amazon.com)
It includes everything you need to start your journey towards better time management and self-improvement. I’ve also provided detailed explanations on how to use this logbook effectively to maximize your results.
If you want to try it before committing, download the habit tracker printable PDF for free
This printable version allows you to experience the benefits of structured habit tracking without any cost.
Remember, transforming your life isn’t about overnight changes; it’s about taking small, consistent steps and making firm decisions that lead to significant improvements over time. Are you ready to take control of your habits and boost your productivity? Start with one simple step today.
Get your habit-building logbook [Amazon link] and start your journey toward a better, more fulfilling lifestyle.
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