Weekly Happenings- May 1
Productivity Tip of the Week
Last week, I mentioned my 5:30 am routine has worked wonders for not only my productivity levels, but it has also been amazing for my overall mindset and mental health. I am only doing this routine 3 times a week so I allow myself some extra sleep (which is most important for staying motivated and productive) and so I don’t end up resentful of the early morning routine. This keeps me focused and keeps me excited for the morning routine when I know it’s only 3 days a week.
I challenge you this week to wake up an hour earlier just two days this week if you find your days go by faster than you can keep up with, or if you feel rushed in the mornings. I built a routine that I LOVE on my 5:30 am mornings, and giving myself that extra hour in the morning allows me to take control over my mindset for the entirety of the day, making me feel bulletproof no matter what sh!t hits the fan during my workday.
Motivational/Inspirational Message of the Week
Last week we discussed how consistency is really KEY when it comes to crushing your goals and staying motivated and productive week after week. I also promised you I would give you my exact morning routine to inspire your own. Try this routine on your 2 days this week you are going to wake up an hour earlier, and tell me how much of a difference it makes!
5:30am My alarm goes off. I leave my phone and my Apple Watch on their chargers on my bathroom counter, next to my workout outfit I laid out the night before. I have to get out of bed and walk all the way in my bathroom to turn off my alarm, so pressing snooze and going back to sleep is not an option. My workout clothes are right there ready for me, so no thinking about what to wear and no time to reconsider my plans for the morning. I brush my teeth and I also wash my face and do my morning skincare right away so I feel more awake and refreshed.
5:45am I head downstairs where a cup of coffee is already waiting on me. I make sure to prep my coffee the night before as well, and have the automatic timer on the coffee machine set for 5:29am so by the time I’m downstairs the pot is made. I also have my collagen powder set out on the counter for me with a coffee mug, so all I need is the creamer out of the fridge. I also always start my morning with a fresh bottle of water and I drink some before my first sip of coffee.
5:55am This is my mindset work- I put my headphones in, and do a guided meditation on the free Insight Timer app. After meditation, I put on a piano playlist and journal. My journals are usually centered around my emotions in my meditation and visualizing my dream life, and some days they are just my feelings as I work through any anxiety or dreams I had.
6:15am Edit YouTube videos- this can be tailored to what you’re working towards. Maybe you want to read a book or get a head start on work. Maybe you want to focus on household chores or listen to a podcast, but this is my time to edit my videos. I only have to edit for 15 minutes a day to complete my daily habit, but I usually end up getting so into it I edit for close to an hour every morning.
7:00am Around this time, or whenever I get done editing (no later than 7:15), I workout. I have a workout schedule for myself which could be a run, a pilates class on YouTube, or a strength workout in my garage gym. I also love going on a walk with my husband and our dog before 8am.
8-8:30am As I’m logging into work for the day, I start my computer. I do a little bit of make up if I want, do something to my hair, sometimes I change clothes- all depends on how sweaty my workout was and what I have planned for the day. Then I start my workday!
Try this and you will feel amazing- I promise ;)
Outfit Favorites of the Week
I tried Lululemon’s new program, Like New last week and I’M OBSESSED. I got two pairs of Align leggings and a pair of Wunder Trains, and they were seriously brand new. One of the aligns even has the rip tag still attached. They are half off retail so they’re cheaper than you can buy them on Mercari/Poshmark for the great condition they are in.
I also got a new pair of running shoes since I’ve been running more on my treadmill and I wanted a pair with a little more support. I chose the On Cloud Cloudswift shoes and they are so supportive and feel amazing. I’ve run in them multiple times last week and don’t have any soreness in my ankles or shins, which is a problem I always have in Nikes.
New YouTube Video
Books I’m Loving
I’m still reading the 8 part series from Lucy Score called Blue Moon and I’m loving it so far. It’s 8 novels, all over 300 pages and super cute, light books to read. I’m now on to the 5th book. I’m reading every single night before bed and anytime I lay out with my Kindle, which is also water resistant- perfect for beach and pool reads!
Anything Else I have to tell you!
I feel like the past few weeks I haven’t been good about prepping meals ahead of time, so this week I picked out two recipes I’m going to make for dinner next week. These sound AMAZING and don’t require a ton of ingredients (or time) and wanted to share in case you want to try them with me!
ORANGE AND ARUGULA SALAD WITH RED ONION AND GORGONZOLA I’ll be adding grilled chicken and pecans to this salad as well
Xoxo, Jess
