{"id":2388,"date":"2019-12-05T14:03:34","date_gmt":"2019-12-05T14:03:34","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/3.232.143.211\/?p=2388"},"modified":"2019-12-09T16:16:28","modified_gmt":"2019-12-09T16:16:28","slug":"personal-development-how-to-have-a-high-energy-day-on-purpose","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.getswitchedon.com\/index.php\/2019\/12\/05\/personal-development-how-to-have-a-high-energy-day-on-purpose\/","title":{"rendered":"Personal Development: How to Have a High-Energy Day on Purpose"},"content":{"rendered":"

Do you have a set morning routine to maximize the impact you are going to have each day? How can you set yourself up to win consistently?<\/p>\n

And how about your end-of-day routine:\u00a0Falling asleep while scrolling mindlessly through Facebook?<\/i><\/p>\n

If\u00a0personal development<\/a>\u00a0and maximizing achievement is your goal \u2013 or generally being successful in life and in your career \u2013 you need a system you can rely on.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s what you need to know to start your day off on the right foot AND end it well.<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

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Get the right start to your day<\/h2>\n
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How can I get the right start to my day?<\/h2>\n
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  1. Shower Power.<\/li>\n
  2. Hydrate.<\/li>\n
  3. Deep breathing.<\/li>\n
  4. Get your blood pumping.<\/li>\n
  5. Read something positive.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n

    Before you start thinking about getting things moving in the office, you have to take care of some things personally.<\/p>\n

    Here are some ways to get the right mindset first thing in the morning.<\/p>\n

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    1. Shower Power.<\/b>\u00a0This\u00a0list of helpful things<\/a>\u00a0to think about while you\u2019re in the shower can be laminated and left there so you can peruse it every day. It reminds you to consider what you have to be thankful for and how you can make your family smile, as well as practical things like packing healthy snacks and enough water for healthy fuel.<\/li>\n
    2. Hydrate.<\/b>\u00a0Start your day off with water and lemon.<\/a>\u00a0Your body is dry in the morning after a long night\u2019s sleep. Swigging a few glasses of water first thing will rehydrate you, aid in digestion, and give your metabolism a jump start.<\/li>\n
    3. Deep breathing.<\/b>\u00a0This practice sends the message to your brain to be calm and relaxed. What better way to start your day than with a chilled-out attitude? I learned this simple method during my years with Tony Robbins. Breathe in a 1:4:2 ratio. Breathe In through your nose, HOLD it and then breathe out through your mouth. Example: Inhale for 5 seconds, hold for 20 seconds and exhale for 10 seconds. After a set of five, you\u2019ll immediately see the benefits.<\/li>\n
    4. Get your blood pumping.<\/b>\u00a0Doing some\u00a0light stretches, sit-ups or jumping jacks<\/a>\u00a0can get your muscles loosened up and make you feel ready to conquer the day.<\/li>\n
    5. Read or listen to something positive.<\/b>\u00a0Whether it\u2019s some scripture or a few motivational quotes, fill your mind with good things in the morning. I believe in the power of the 4% Solution: 4% of one day is one hour, so 7 out of 168 hours a week, you must invest into becoming more valuable. I have a goal of listening to one great podcast a day and reading a minimum of 15 minutes a day. Here\u2019s a\u00a0list of recommendations<\/a>\u00a0you can download.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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      Ending your day on the right note<\/h2>\n
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      How can I end my day well?<\/h2>\n
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        1. Ditch your phone.<\/li>\n
        2. Deep breathing.<\/li>\n
        3. Write in your gratitude journal.<\/li>\n
        4. Read something positive.<\/li>\n
        5. Visualize and set yourself up for success.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n

          I\u2019m all about \u201cGetting Switched On,\u201d but it\u2019s important to be able to switch OFF at the end of the day.<\/p>\n

          Here are some tips for winding down the right way.<\/p>\n

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          1. Ditch your phone.<\/b>\u00a0At least 30 minutes before bed, step away from the devices. No social media, smartphone, etc. It\u2019s a good idea if you have teens, too. Our only child left at home is 15 and his phone is plugged in downstairs at 10:30pm. He, of course, hates it, but nothing good is going to happen on his phone after 10:30pm!<\/li>\n
          2. Deep breathing.<\/b>\u00a0Again? Yes! And for the same reasons. Calm, peaceful and relaxed are the goals at bedtime. Developing the habit of just three minutes before you sleep will serve you well.<\/li>\n
          3. Write in your gratitude journal.<\/b>\u00a0Take the time to list the things you\u2019re thankful for that day. What went well? What are you proud of? What are you looking forward to? What lessons did you learn today?<\/li>\n
          4. Read or listen to something positive.<\/b>\u00a0Fill your mind with uplifting things before you go to sleep. Just 15 minutes of a positive book will feed your soul. I am currently revisiting the classic\u00a0The<\/i>\u00a0Greatest Salesman in the World<\/i>\u00a0by Og Mandino. You can listen\u00a0here<\/b><\/a>.<\/li>\n
          5. Visualize and set yourself up for success.<\/b>\u00a0Envision tomorrow\u2019s wins. What do you want to accomplish? For example, if you want to work out first thing the next day, lay out everything you need to wear and have to get it done.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            Good beginnings and endings improve personal development<\/h2>\n

            The right start to your day sets the tone for what you\u2019ll accomplish. Meeting your personal and professional goals requires you going into a new day with a positive mindset.<\/p>\n

            Drink some lemon water, ask AND answer the questions from Shower Power, breathe deeply, get moving and fill your mind with positivity before you walk out your door to conquer the day.<\/p>\n

            How you put your day to bed is important, too.<\/p>\n

            Unwind without your phone and say goodnight to social media well before you turn in. Visualize tomorrow\u2019s successes and jot down some of the things you\u2019re thankful for.<\/p>\n

            Get relaxed with more deep breathing and drift off for some restorative sleep.<\/p>\n

            Personal development begins with starting and ending your day on the right note.<\/p>\n

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