MIND OPTIMIZATION THE ART OF SELF-DISCIPLINE #5 Sponsored by the "Third Act " Optimizers Now that you know how to set Eulogy, Quarterly, and Weekly Have Goals, and Purge your Pantry to rid yourself of temptation, the next step is to "Routine Success." ROUTINE SUCCESS Do you want to be successful at looking and feeling great while in your "Third Act of Life? Success Routines are the key. Ever notice how the most disciplined people never seem stressed They’re not superhuman. They’re not more motivated. They’ve just mastered the fine art of building routines that run on autopilot. Motivation is Flaky. Habits Are Faithful.Let’s get real: motivation is like your favorite stretchy pants—it shows up some days and ghosts you on others. Discipline isn’t about waking up feeling inspired. It’s about making fewer choices because you already made them yesterday. That’s the power of routines. They turn “What should I do?” into “This is just what I do.” Build Your Rituals Like a Pro (Not a Perfectionist)Here’s how to create a routine that works harder than motivation ever will: 1. Pick Your Power TimesYour brain isn’t firing on all cylinders 24/7 (especially if estrogen’s on vacation). Choose key moments in your day to anchor routines:
2. Make It Ridiculously EasyStart small—like “Put on sneakers” small. Once the habit is triggered, momentum will take it from there. Think of it like easing into a cold pool: start with your toes, not a cannonball. 3. Same Time, Same Place, Same OrderRoutines love predictability. Set your actions up in a sequence. Example:
4. Outsource Decisions
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"You only get so many quality decisions in a day. Don’t waste ‘em on whether to work out or what to eat. Let your routine be the boss."
And when in doubt, ask yourself: What would Future Me want me to do right now? Then do it for her. She’s counting on you. Try This Mini ChallengeCreate one micro routine this week. Please keep it simple and consistent. Example: “Every weekday at 7 AM, I make a butter coffee for breakfast and walk 20 minutes.” Then watch how much mental space you get back. You’re not lazy—you’re just tired of deciding everything. Let’s make your habits your personal assistants you deserve. Ready for the next step? If this hits home and you're tired of doing this alone, I’ve got something special for you: Grab a FREE week of coaching with me. No strings. No gimmicks. Just strategy, support, and real momentum—tailored for your body, hormones, and goals. 👉 Click here to schedule your free consultation Let’s build a plan that’s impossible to fail. You've got this—and if you stumble, stumble forward. Pausing with Purpose, 📞 Talk soon, 🚀 Doc Mac Your coach in The Pause and beyond. PS Watch for next week's The Art of Self Discipline newsletter, where I share another tool to make success easier. |
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