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CREATING A SUCCESSFUL EVENING ROUTINE
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In a previous post I talked about how a successful morning routine is key to a productive and successful start to the day. However, there are also lots of things that you can do in the evening to make your day a little less stressful and to avoid lots of little chores in the morning.
Here are some ideas for creating a successful evening routine.
Set your goals out for the next day, write a to do list and check your calendar
Working out your goals for the next day, writing it down and then prioritising the order in which everything needs to be done removes the pressure of trying to remember everything while you’re getting ready in the morning. Once you have worked out your to-do list, check your calendar for any forgotten birthdays or appointments. Being organised and knowing what is happening the next day helps to relax the mind and aids a better quality of sleep because you already know what your plans are.
Tidy up
Wash up the dishes, put away any items that are lying around into their correct place, throw any rubbish out and do a quick tidy up before going to bed. It doesn’t mean that you have to do a deep-clean - the large cleaning tasks can be done by the cleaner or at the weekends when you may have some extra time - but it prevents small chores from turning into much bigger ones.
Pack your bag and get your clothes ready
Pack your bag with everything you are going to need for the following day and prepare the clothes that you plan to wear. This will save lots of time in the morning and will give you the opportunity to ease into your day without searching for different items.
Prepare your breakfast, lunch and healthy snacks for the next day
Save yourself even more time by preparing a healthy breakfast and lunch for the next day. Overnight oats, chia seeds with fruit and egg muffins are all great recipes that can be prepared in advance and stored in the fridge overnight, ready to be eaten the next morning. Preparing lunch and healthy snacks to take with you will also give you immediate access to food should you feel hungry, which may prevent feeling ravenous and making poor food choices.
Take some time to unwind
Switch off the technology an hour or two before going to bed and take some time just for yourself doing things that you find soothing and relaxing. Take a long bath, read a book, and do some breathing exercises and meditation.
Avoid caffeine and late night snacks
Caffeine will prevent you from going to sleep and eating snacks, particularly later in the evening, can feel uncomfortable after WLS, having a detrimental effect on your sleep.
When creating a successful evening routine, don’t be afraid to use trial and error to see what works for you.
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