I knew July would be the month I’d start to refresh certain areas in my life. After an unexpected April and May and an emotionally heightened June, July just seemed like the perfect month to refresh. After all, July is the official mid-year mark. So, what better time for a refresh?
I’ve decided to focus on the following (4) areas:
1. Morning Routine
- Set a specific wake-up time
- Carve out an hour for devotionals and journaling
- Move my body for at least 30 minutes (walk/run, yoga, at-home workout)
2. Evening Routine
- Set a specific bedtime
- Set aside couple time with Darrius
- Create (and stick to) a new evening skincare routine
3. Health & Fitness
- Drink 1 gallon of H2O a day
- Move my body at least 30 minutes a day
- Schedule a (virtual) therapy at least once a month
4. Home
- Complete home office setup
- Reorganize kitchen cabinets and pantry
- Refresh bedroom and finish hanging pictures
I’ve been “winging” it for months in many areas of my life. This is very unlike me, but life happens. Those months of just going with the flow were, however, indeed necessary. I embraced that particular season, and now it’s time to embrace another one.
I don’t like to go too long without structure in my life. I thrive on routine, and I’m much happier and more productive when leading a disciplined life. So, here’s to a month of refreshed habits and a renewed focus!
Lawd, I wished my able self can thrive with routine and structure. It’s like I do everything in me to rebel against those processes. But I’m aware one or the other are needed to maintain a stable life.
Rooting for you this month (and well, every month). You got this, Whitney.
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I understand. Creating and sticking to a routine is tough but like you said, it’s needed. Thanks for the encouragement. Always rooting for you too!
You are totally right. This year was a disaster so far so July does seem like a great way to refresh.
March and May
Yes; a refresh is long overdue!
This truly resonates. Some things I already do consistently, but there is room for improvement in other areas. My morning routine is solid and sacred.