Every feel like your days are just passing you by? I know I have. That’s why I’ve been trying to adopt some new, positive habits to help my day run more smoothly. I want to enjoy each day I’m blessed with, so here’s what I’ve been doing:
Start with Gratitude
I try to start my prayer time with thankfulness – finding at least 3 specific things each morning to thank and praise God for. Even better would be praying before I get out of bed, but a barking Beagle demanding breakfast usually prevents that.
Know Your Priorities
What are the few things that belong at the very top of your to-do list today? Tackle those first. My daily lists are usually longer than the hours in a day allows time to do, but it’s a good starting point to look through and figure out what really NEEDS done that day and a few top things I’d really like to do as well.
Live in the Moment
This is something I’m working on – to know my top priorities so I can focus more on loving the people around me and less on checking items off my to-do list quickly. I want to savor the little moments and not let them pass me by because I’m too worried about some task that’s really not all that important.
Starting with gratitude, knowing my priorities, and living in the moment – these are my top 3 habits that help me to remember to savor each day I’m blessed with.
What is your top habit that helps your day go better?
Great reminders of things to do! We pray before my son goes to school and I really feel like that sets the tone for the day. Thanks for sharing!!
Such simple things to remember, yet they often get overlooked. Know your priorities is the one I need to work on. I do too many “wants” and not enough “needs” LOL. Thanks for the reminder!
Good reminders! I used to have my priorities on my daily action planner. I need to fill in that spot again.
I definitely need these some mornings!
So simple and so true. I need to work on these daily, as I know they really make a difference!! Thanks for the post! Following!
There is so much truth to this little list. I’m always trying to come back to being thankful. What a great way to start off the weekend! I would be honored if you would come share this at Pin Your Friday Favorite on my blog.
Great reminders! One other one I thought of is “balance between working and relaxing.”
Carrie
These are great tips. Giving gratitude daily is such a simple way to improve your day. I write in my gratitude journal each evening, reflecting on the day. When I have a less-than-stellar day, I read back through previous days. Living in the moment – that one is challenging for me.
I pray when I wake up. I have several diseases that cause pain and fatigue. I’m now working for 20 minutes and resting for 15 – 30 minutes between tasks. I doesn’t stop the pain but I don’t think I’m as exhausted for those 15 minutes. Have a purposeful day!!
Fantastic. Gratitude is the best first thing in the morning and last thing at night. Thank you for sharing!
Absolutely! Starting and ending a day with gratitude can completely change one’s outlook. Thanks for stopping by!