Benefits of routines
Routines offer a framework for stress management on days when things are challenging. They offer structure and predictability, and this is important to have on days when we might feel depressed, hopeless or lost. They help to reduce anxiety by providing a sense of stability thus being the anchor we might just need at that time to ground ourselves.
Participation question:
Do you have set up routines to structure your day?
Without getting too much into detail can you share an example when following a routine helped you to get through a stressful day?
What kind of routine would be beneficial for you if you don't already follow any?
Helpful Videos:
What is the optimal daily routine schedule for one's health?
The Importance Of A Morning Routine
Helpful Resources:
The Importance of Maintaining Structure and Routine During Stressful Times
Seeking Help
Mental stress can cause us not to be able to see the good things in life and lead to excessive rumination or worries which can result in serious health problems. If you have serious, long-term problems with negative thinking and feeling depressed, see your doctor or talk to a therapist if they are related to any mental challenges.
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@amiablePeace77 Having a routine is very helpful. Since being homeless I lost the sense of a routine and see how messy things can get without one. Just wish I could put one together given my present situation.
I have a routine that I follow, mainly in the mornings. It helps to get my day started off right. But there is always room for change when and if it is necessary.
@Lauren63
Great that you keep your routine flexible Lauren!
@amiablePeace77
A routine: helps me to focus.
Have a starting point.
Not feel bored.
Or overwhelmed.
And I like knowing what is going on 💖💜
@Amanda84
Those are great benefits!
Yes, I follow a routine to structure my day. But it is bound to change.
Having a routine helps reduce stress, reduce anxiety, improves productivity, and also improves focus.
@Admirablerainbow2825
Amazing how much routines can do for us especially if we keep them flexible!
I follow a routine. I like to do lists before my day , sometimes a bullet journal after to help me remember or just is calming to make sure I stay on track.
@cyanDrum2401
Sounds great! I also like to write down things I need to do so they will not be missed the next day.
@amiablePeace77
Do you have set up routines to structure your day?
quite some, journaling before bed, skin care, and movement.
Without getting too much into detail can you share an example when following a routine helped you to get through a stressful day?
routines have helped me quite a looot, in the ways i didn't expect. it really helps to make you feel in control, or at least something to cling on to at the end of a bad day!
What kind of routine would be beneficial for you if you don't already follow any?
i love to apply some more routines, but i'm trying to be gentle with it. i would say regular exercise, and having breakfast would be part of it!
@daydreammemories
Those are 2 great routines to incorporate into your day! Nice that you want to do it in a gentle way without forcing too much what can cause frustration!
@amiablePeace77
Do you have set up routines to structure your day?
Yes. And I’m so happy and proud of myself for setting them up and being consistent with them everyday.
Without getting too much into detail can you share an example when following a routine helped you to get through a stressful day?
Following my own routine gradually lowers my stress (when I am stressed that is) and eventually it’s completely gone.
What kind of routine would be beneficial for you if you don't already follow any?
Since I have a daily routine I’m not so sure this question applies to me lol. But I’m gonna answer it anyway bc that’s the person I am.
If I didn’t have a routine that I follow, setting one up that I can follow daily would definitely benefit me. Realizing that is what motivated me to come up with my own routine that I follow everyday.
@akunknown
Consistency is the key in many things! 👍
@amiablePeace77 Thanks
