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If you have trouble with routine what would be a good path to follow.

I would say routine, repetitevness, and following a schedule has always been hard for me. #college

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A. Mark’s Answer

Hey Mitchel,

Samesies - I had a tough time with developing a routine in college. Honestly, I didn't even begin to have a routine until I was about 25 or so. When we don't have routine, we often are positively or negatively impacted by whatever the day holds. However, routine bring consistency which is a very good thing in college. So... I would start by asking yourself:
1. What is the reason you want routine? What will it give you that you don't currently have.
2. After you answer this question, you'll have a real sense of your motivation. Now, since you are younger, motivation can often be fleeting. So you're gonna have to set a goal. I think others recommended this as well. Set little goals of... I will set aside 4-5 PM for studying (or something similar). One time of day where you will be focused on X thing (could be studying or could be working out etc). Routine creates more routine. So start small.
3. After you've been in your new routine for a bit, assess. What is truly forced and what is working. Make adjustments.
4. Continue the routine even if its boring and be sure to say 'no' to those that would take you away from the routine (obviously there goal is not to mess up your routine) but learning to say 'no' is a healthy practice.

Personal note: developing routines was one of the most healthy practices I developed later on. It actually gave me freedom. In that, I didn't feel guilty in my free time any more - where normally I felt guilty because I wasn't doing the thing I was supposed to.
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Yasemin’s Answer

Hi Mitchell! It can be hard at times to follow a routine, and college definitely can be routine and schedule oriented. However, we must adapt to do well in school therefore I would recommend to maybe break up your studying into bits, and mix up your routine sometimes. For example, if you have class all day and a little break at night or later in the afternoon, definitely use it for something you love, such as going to the gym or grabbing a coffee with a friend. My years during undergrad were definitely schedule and routine oriented, as I was working three jobs and was taking 5 to 6 classes. However, I found little moments to myself to enjoy and this would help to take a break and have a chance to relax. As a last note there are many opportunities on campus as well, so definitely check those out as well to do some fun things and mix up that routine!

I hope this helps!
Best of luck undergrad!
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Shelby’s Answer

Hi Mitchell! If something on a strict schedule isn't something you're into, you may look into starting your own business or being your own boss in some way. You do, however, have to make sure you have the drive and motivation to keep things moving, otherwise you may struggle to be successful. I will say that as you get older. being on a routine or schedule isn't too bad and it is something you may look forward to. I personally like knowing I will be done with work at 5pm pm on a Friday and have 2 days off, whereas working for yourself you may work longer hours and never really "turn it off" completely.
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