Needs and wants
Your routine should suit you, and your needs and wants.
You might want to start a new routine so that you can do something you want to do. For example, arranging to go for a fun swim with a friend every Friday.
However, other routines may come under the heading of ‘Because I have to’. You need to do them rather than want to. This could include things like going for a dental check-up or working out your money. Thinking back to CHIME however, you might find ways to make this more meaningful. As well as feeling pleased with yourself for doing them, they may help you do the things you actually want to do. Working out your money, may mean you can go for a meal after your swim.
Because I have to
Clean the kitchen
Many people find cleaning boring. However, you might get ill if you don’t regularly clean the areas where you make food. This is a healthy routine to get into.
Go to a medical appointment
Appointments can be a bit of a hassle and even a little unpleasant at times, e.g. going to the dentist every 6 months. But things can be worse if you don’t go and then need to have a tooth out.
Wash the dishes
Washing dishes can feel like a never ending task, particularly in large households. Some people prefer to get them done straight away after a meal and others prefer to do them all at once each day. Do whatever works best for you.
Work out your money
It’s useful to know how much money you have for things like housing, bills, food, hobbies and outings. Putting time aside to do this regularly is helpful. You can work out what you can afford and whether you can pay for everything. You’re less likely to end up owing money and getting into problems because of this. If you work out that you’re short of cash you might even be able to do something about it.
Do the washing
Many people find doing the laundry a chore but it stops your clothing smelling. It can be helpful to have a routine for when you’ll wash your clothes, bedding and towels.
Take the bins out
It’s useful to know what day of the week your rubbish is collected. Emptying your bins regularly stops your housing smelling as well as rats or mice coming in looking for some thing to eat.