Category: My way to financial independence

This article is written by the taltented Valeriia Martyniuk

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Each of us want to live a long and happy life. You can achieve general harmony by creating your ideal path step by step. Each move is a new day that needs to be well planned. A large, attractive building is designed from small bricks.

Let’s try to figure out how to become the best version of yourself and spend this life joyfully just by building a smart daily routine:

1. Smile to yourself and wish the best day

This simple way programs your brain for a good mood. And if the first emotion in the morning is positive, this trial will remain for the whole day.

2. Start with morning exercises

Morning exercises help to cheer up, charge yourself with happiness hormones, improve concentration, and adjust you to the right choices during the day.

3. Eat right and drink more water

We all know the saying ‘You are what you eat’. Thus, try to eat wisely, calculating the right amount of calories. Try to make a choice in favor of healthy foods rich in vitamins and minerals. Plan your diet well in advance, and don’t overeat. Also, hydrate yourself and drink as much water as your body requires.

4. Write down your plans

When you write down things to do, this information goes into the buffer of your brain, preventing you from forgetting what you are planning to do today. It will also make it easier for you to evaluate your progress this way.

5. Set goals for the day and evaluate them in the evening

As mentioned above, make an effort to reflect on your duties which you planned. This practice allows you not to be lost on your path and highlight where you lag behind or what you can try differently.

6. Take regular breaks

Don’t overdo anything: give yourself time to rest, whatever you are doing. This is beneficial not only for keeping muscles from numb but also for overall mental health.

7. Go for walks

Walking in the fresh air is amazing to help you relax, “digest” what happened during the day, think about life, or not think about anything at all. Moreover, it strengthens your body and allows you to speed up your metabolism.

8. Take time to chat with family and friends

Even in times of turmoil, don’t forget those you love. There are always five minutes to call your Mom on the way home. A sense of belonging and self-worth fill the soul and give strength to overcome.

9. Practice meditation

Slow down, breathe in, let go of thoughts, relax, and become aware of yourself. Meditation brings us sensations that no other activity in the world can provide. This is a great practice to let go of all the trouble and get closer to your ideal version of yourself.

10. Move your phone away during business hours

If you want to do something well, do it thoughtfully. How often are you distracted by notifications on your phone, missing something noteworthy at work or in a conversation with friends? Make it a rule to put your phone away and be entirely at the moment.

11. Do not work outside business hours

This is something we all neglect working remotely. Not noticing the time spent at work, we slowly start to burn out. Don’t let work take over your life completely. Set a clear schedule for the day and stay within it.

12. Listen to music and get inspired

Have you ever met people who don’t like music? Listening to your favorite songs is about awakening those feelings that you cannot reveal in any other way. You literally feel more cheerful and active during and after listening to suitable compositions.

“You will never change your life until you change something you do daily. The secret of your success is found in your daily routine.” – John C. Maxwell

13. Surround yourself with pleasant things

Do you know this thrill of having a cute new plant on your table? What about the feeling when a picture your friend drew appears on the wall opposite? Surround yourself with the things you love, and unconsciously you will feel more comfortable living.

14. Be in nature

Each of us is a unique part of nature. Merging with the forest, ocean, and mountains, you feel involved, find new meanings, and get inspired. Do not neglect nature and feel lucky to be on this planet.

15. Find a hobby you like

When you focus on what you truly adore, you involuntarily become the best version of yourself. Any hobby develops the heart, mind, and soul. Seek and find what really brings you happiness.

16. Learn something new every day

Cognitive development and brain strengthening are the path to success and a better understanding of the world. The more you learn, the smarter you get. And this, in turn, helps to live easier and more efficiently.

17. Read

Reading books increases a person’s vocabulary and contributes to developing thinking, which allows you to formulate and express thoughts more clearly. Also, it expands horizons, enriches your inner world, makes you smarter, and has a positive effect on memory.

18. Practice gratitude

Everything in this life happens for a reason. Be grateful for your efforts, other people’s actions, or the good fortune that something nice happened today. This practice will help grow kindness in your heart, making you even more significant.

19. Sleep enough

There is a lot of controversy about how many hours of sleep you need. Find your balance, get enough sleep to feel great during the day. We know first hand that when we have spent a good night, a pleasant mood remains for the whole day.

20. Allow yourself to mess around

Keeping a tight grip on yourself permanently means not letting yourself live up to the hilt. Relax and allow yourself hours or days when you can afford to do nothing. Body and mind will be very grateful to you.

21. Surround yourself with motivating people

A man is known by the company he keeps. What can inspire more if not communication with amazing people? Someone else’s incredible experience, interesting thoughts provoke you to grow intellectually and morally.

22. Visualize

When you imagine yourself in a wonderful place, with astounding people, doing what you love, the universe begins to help you implement your ideas. By drawing a picture in your head, you have a better idea of what you want and who you want to be.

23. Pamper yourself

Constraints can ultimately drain your life force. Allow yourself to get your favorite ice cream, buy nice little things, and do what may be useless but enjoyable.

24. Bring something new every week

Diversify your life with new activities coloring your routine. You will definitely feel better with new emotions and things.

25. Listen to your body and mind

Each of us is absolutely unique. Everyone needs their approach. There is no one instruction for different people. Listen to yourself to be happy. 

Adhering to these rules will not be difficult, and the result can exceed all expectations. Be the best version of yourself easily!

Valeriia Martyniuk

Valeriia Martyniuk is an ASO Specialist at Intelfit, a company focusing on fitness apps. She is currently working on an app that suggests full body workout at home for all primary muscle groups.

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Hvis målet ditt er å øke inntekten din, lurer du kanskje på om du må jobbe mer, eller om du rett og slett kan klare det ved å jobbe mer effektivt. Mye har blitt skrevet om tidsstyring (time management), og de fleste av oss har mye å hente på å utnytte tiden vår bedre. Det at du nå forhåpentligvis har begynt med et systematisk opplegg for kontinuerlig kompetanseøkning, vil på sikt gjøre deg mer effektiv. Ved å ha topp kompetanse vil man være bedre rustet til å takle mer kompliserte arbeidsoppgaver. Videre vil de fleste av oss ha noen rutineoppgaver knyttet til jobben vår. Disse kan man i mange tilfeller utføre raskere ved å samle de opp i bolker, framfor å gjøre en og en slik oppgave etterhvert som de dukker opp. Har du i tillegg begynt med en to do-liste, og tvinger deg selv til alltid å gjøre de viktigste oppgave først, er du på god vei til å bli en effektiv og høyt verdsatt arbeidstaker. 🙂

Men på tross av at man kan hente mye på å jobbe mer effektivt, er det likevel slik at de fleste millionærer (og milliardærer) har jobbet eller jobber flere antall timer per uke enn det andre gjør. Jeg har lest mange biografier om suksessrike mennesker, og en ting som stadig går igjen, er at de har jobbet mye for å nå sine store mål. Det er flere grunner til dette. For det første er det grenser for hvor effektiv du kan være. Skal du løse en stor og komplisert oppgave, kreves det ofte at du lar oppgaven modne litt før du er klar til å utføre den. I tillegg er man ofte avhengig av andre for å løse store og kompliserte oppgaver, og det er ikke alltid at disse har anledning til å prioritere oppgavene på akkurat de tidspunktene som er optimale for deg. For det andre er det i en del sammenhenger slik at du må være der for å utnytte muligheter som måtte dukke opp. Woody Allen skal ha sagt at «Eighty percent of success i showing up.» Dette er sannsynligvis satt veldig på spissen, men det er likevel en viss grad av sannhet i denne påstanden.

Så, hvor mye mer enn gjennomsnittet må du arbeide for å bli millionær? Dette finnes det ikke noe fasitsvar på, og det vil variere fra yrke til yrke. Et bra utgangspunkt kan imidlertid være å begynne å jobbe en halv time mer hver dag. Jobber du i dag 7,5 timer hver dag, kan du øke til 8 timer. Arbeidstiden din vil da øke fra 37,5 til 40 timer per uke. Ofte vil dette være nok til at du blir en mer verdsatt arbeidstaker, som etterhvert kan forvente en bedre lønnsutvikling enn de som «bare» jobber det normale antallet timer.