With my third year of college well underway, I’m beginning to see myself settle into a very familiar routine:
Step one: wake up (after a few snooze buttons)
Step two: go to class for the day
Step three: homework
Step four: sleep.
(Eat a few meals somewhere in-between, and repeat).
Yes, I do find time on weekends to go out and have fun. Unfortunately though, it seems as if half of my time on weekdays is spent anticipating my routine’s end. If I succeed in classes and make sure that work is taken care of, I am left with a couple of days of freedom. If not, I can be found catching up so that the next week can go smoothly.
Last night, I decided to break my routine. Instead of worrying myself over homework (which would be the usual Tuesday evening activity) I found myself planning a miniature 2 day vacation that I will be embarking on tomorrow (and likely blogging about along the way). Needless to say, I woke up this morning with a renewed sense of energy and excitement.
I know that I am not alone. Regardless of whether you find yourself at school, work, or even at home, I am willing to bet that you too have a regular routine that consumes your Monday through Friday. Granted, that routine might involve a sport or hobby, but your daily schedule remains the same.
Now while many people would consider a regular daily schedule healthy, I have a little different take on take on it.
You say routine, I say boring.
If you’re up for it, I have a challenge for you this week. It’s simple- one per day.
I’m not talking about taking at least one vitamin per day (though Flintstone gummies are delicious). Your challenge is not to get your recommended serving of fruits and vegetables all week (because we all know that’s what Jamba Juice is for)…
I encourage you this week to take one hour per day and do something out of the norm. It can be going to the gym for the first time in a long while, going to see that new movie you’ve been dying to see (sorry everyone, Twilight isn’t out yet), or even taking some much needed time to yourself.
By switching up the way we go about our days, we open opportunities that would otherwise be left unchecked and unnoticed. More importantly, you enable yourself to discover something new and exciting about yourself, your friends, and your world.
***I would love to hear about your new routines and adventures this week! Simply fill out a comment box below or email me at Scott@ScottBackovich.com ***