7 Ways to be Productive

I don't know about you, but some days I really have a hard time getting into the swing of things while staying motivated... so here are my 

Numbero Uno:

Eating healthy.   

When I eat less junk food and sugar and more fruits, vegetables and yogurt parfaits (seriously love them), I feel way better. In a way I am more motivated, as well, to keep moving, than I do when I consume lots of carbs and processed garbage.  

Number Two:

Exercise!

Along with eating right, exercising keeps you awake, alert and motivated throughout the day!  I'll be honest, I hate working out... but I feel so great when I do!  I can't seem to find a good workout routine, I usually just stretch and jog on the treadmill.  What are your work-out tips? 

Number Three:

Plan it out: Make a list!

I am a HUGE fan of making lists.  Writing down everything that is on my mind really helps me to relieve stress and having a list keeps me more organized.  I've found that when have a goal for my day all written out I stay more on top of things and am, well, more productive.  

                           

Number Four:

Listen to some tunes.

Music is a huge motivator for me.  I love to sing (and dance sometimes too) when I'm cleaning and working around my house; praising the Lord through song always keeps a smile on my face:) Some of my favorite bands are Rend Collective, Needtobreathe and Colony House, if you want to look them up!

Number Five:

Reward Yourself.

A lot of the time, the work that you're completing doesn't pay well...or pay at all (like school and housework) so I like to have a reward for myself to look forward to, once I complete my to-do list.  Most of the time this is food (not good lol:) but sometimes it's watching a movie, crafting, going on Pinterest, or hanging out with friends!  Let me know what you like to reward and motivate yourself with!

Number Six:

Change of location.

It has been so beautiful, sunny and warm outside here in So Cal lately, I've done a lot of my homework outside!  Sitting on the floor, on my bed, at a desk, outside, or at the kitchen table are some examples of what I do to "change my view" and my "location" when I'm working.  It's tiresome sitting in one place all day long- change it up!

Last but not least (it actually is the best), Number Seven:

Daily quiet time.  Find rest in the LORD!

I like to try to do my quiet time in the morning to mentally prepare myself for the day ahead, as well as get my heart right with the Lord.  I love to journal down my prayers and random thoughts and talk to God as if He's sitting right next to me.  It is so important to have a daily quiet time and have your relationship with the Lord as your #1 priority, even before your to-do list.

Colossians 3:23

"Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working of the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward.  It is the Lord Christ you are serving."