“Over time, as the daily routines become second nature, discipline morphs into habit.” – Twyla Tharp
One of my biggest fears before I commenced my 90-day challenge was quitting. I was scared to the point of analysis paralysis about not being able to see this through. I mean, my fear was not unfounded. Look at the statistics of entrepreneurs who quit businesses (a whole 45%!), even actors who quit acting.
So yes, I was scared of not seeing my 90-day health and writing challenge through.
But while over-analysing things before I began this challenge (as I usually do), I realised that because I would be juggling a lot, I needed a routine that would help me stay on track. To a large extent, I’m a routine type of person and needed to find a routine that would work with my entire life’s responsibilities.
Why Do I Need A Routine?
As a realist (I like to think that I am), I recognise that there’s a moment in any challenge when things start to click. After the initial chaos and effort of starting something new, you suddenly find your rhythm. That was a place I aimed to arrive at quickly. and that’s what week 2 has been all about for me—transforming what once felt difficult into something that now feels like second nature.
My New Fitness Routine: Mornings Are It
This week, I made a small change that has had a huge impact: I switched my daily walks from evening to morning. It sounds simple, but that one shift completely transformed my day. In the evenings, after a full day of work, life, and everything in between, those walks felt more like a chore. But in the mornings, it’s different.
Walking in the morning feels fresh, and purposeful. There’s something about stepping out into the quiet early hours when the world is still waking up, that sets the tone for the entire day. Switching to morning walks has enabled me to hit my daily walking goals with ease, and, more importantly, I enjoy it!
My New Writing Routine: Write First, Publish Later
On the writing front, I’ve also found a routine that works for me. I started writing in the early mornings before my walks when my mind was sharp and the distractions of the day hadn’t set in. But here’s the twist—I stopped rushing to write and publish the articles immediately.
Instead, I waited until after my walks to sit down and review each piece. It’s amazing what a difference a clear head can make when proofreading and refining your thoughts. I found myself catching little mistakes, making subtle improvements, and polishing my work in a way that felt more intentional. Oh, let’s not forget, being clear-headed enough to include the quirky innuendoes that usually only come through when I’m having conversations with friends.
This new routine—write first, walk, then publish—has become almost like muscle memory. There’s less resistance now. I know what to do, and I just do it. It’s become a flow that feels natural, and that’s one of the biggest wins of the week.
All of these to say…
Week 2 has taught me that routines are game-changers. When you first start a challenge or project, everything feels uphill. Every decision requires effort, and every step feels calculated. But once you find a routine that works for you and all the responsibilities in your life, it becomes less about willpower and more about momentum.
My new daily flow—wake up, write, walk, review, publish—has made everything feel easier. And the more I stick with it, the more I trust that I can keep going, even when things get tough. I’m no longer forcing myself to write or to walk; I’m simply showing up, knowing that this is just what I do now.
This week felt smoother, more fluid, like I’d settled into the challenge. But I know that consistency is key, and I’m prepared for whatever hurdles week 3 throws at me. What’s exciting is that the small changes I made this week have already made a huge difference, and I can’t wait to see where this momentum takes me next.
If there’s one takeaway from this week, it’s that finding your rhythm is everything. Once you do, what once felt like hard work becomes a habit. And once something becomes a habit, success isn’t far behind. Don’t you agree? I’ll agree with myself on your behalf.
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