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we-are-the-memers-mr · 2 months

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neurodivergent-friendly advice on forming habits for creatives (& anyone, really) - with photos

Habits marked with ⭐ are the most important ones, imo.

A good way to build habits that you don't read in books is to make the habit desirable. You can look up the other methods (Atomic Habits and other similar books are great).

But for this one, if you're anything like my neurodivergent mentally ill butt you need things to be desirable in some way to get you to do them.

So what does desirability mean?

It means that it makes you want to do it, with energy and enthusiasm! Or at least not hate the task and yourself and everyone and everything! Something desirable for a habit may include:

Organized

Goblin tools link - https://goblin.tools

The best way to ensure you can perform a habit is to make it EASY. The best way to make it easy is to be organized. Yes this is difficult but you'll get better over time and it'll pay off with dividends of you being very likely to Do The Thing (tm) if you combine this with a few other things on this list (plus the normal habit formation stuff, but honestly loving what you do will make you way more likely to do it than tying it to another habit!).

⭐Put it somewhere easy to access that you can get to EASILY every day, preferably something you already have a habit of going to, e.g. your desk or your lounge room.

⭐Organize your digital files! Here's an example:

^ art (main folder)

^^ (subfolder, 1 folder deep) anatomy

^^^ (subfolder, 2 folders deep) female anatomy

^^^^ (subfolder, 3 folders deep) female torso...

^^^ (subfolder, 2 folders deep) male anatomy

^^^^ (subfolder, 3 folders deep) male torso...

Etc, etc.

Tl;dr (non technical speak): make a folder within a folder for each aspect of your project/task.

📂Every once in a while (can be weekly, monthly, 6 monthly, etc.) sort out your digital files. If you're no longer using that folder, put it in either a "not currently in use" folder to use again later, or if you're done with it, put it in an archive, on either your computer or (preferably) on a hard drive for safe keeping.

📂I have a "quick access" folder with all the folders I'm currently using in it. This is so all I need to do is find the quick access folder and this way I don't have to sort through a sea of dozens of random folders to find the useful ones. This is also good because there are some windows folders you can't relocate and they sit there taking up space and making it visually more cluttered. Note: Be sure to back up your important folders once every week to 3 months.

📂If you want to go super advanced, there are desktop folder kits on Etsy (and perhaps some free ones? though be careful with downloading random things, you may get a virus). They make the folders look aesthetic.

📂Personally, I use either Obsidian or Notion, depending on what I'm doing (usually Obsidian). I recently installed Askify, which can connect to both. Cool thing about it is that you can add notes from any site on the net including YouTube, it takes screenshots for you, and grabs a timestamp as well as being able to summarise the past 15 seconds of the video for you (though it usually just types what the person said, but this can be helpful). It's $3.50 AUD a month, but Obsidian and Notion are free so you can just use those if you can't afford it.

📂⭐Keep the space you're working in as tidy as you can manage. Try to make a habit of every night taking all dishes and empty drinks into the kitchen before you go to sleep.

📂⭐If you have your own space, don't be afraid to rearrange it! I recently rearranged my entire apartment and using my own cleaning advice - if you haven't used it in the past 6 months, consider chucking it out (if it's not expensive), if it doesn't make you happy, earn you money, and isn't useful regularly in some way, chuck it out - and now I'm 100x more physically comfortable, especially because I have an air conditioner next to me now near where I both work and sleep. If you have trouble visualising, try using a website to do so or draw it on paper until it feels right. Pro tip: you don't have to throw away everything, you can also donate it to an op shop/charity/homeless shelter that accepts donations if it's still usable, or you can sell it if it's high-ish quality and worth something.

📂⭐*If you can't do it today, then put it on your to-do list for tomorrow. Keep transferring unfinished tasks to tomorrow until your list is free from tasks.

📂⭐Generally good advice, especially for neurodivergents (but everyone needs to know!): take a dang break every once in a while! If you find yourself getting frustrated with something, take a break, possibly until tomorrow.

... If you have to do it today, do something to break it up, e.g. a nap or a shower. After this, give it a little while to keep cooling off if you still feel bad, then go back to the task.

... If it's something you have more time to do, stop doing it when it stops being fun/enjoyable. If you don't get fun/enjoyment out of it to begin with, stop when it's no longer interesting. Stop BEFORE you get to the point where you're pushing yourself. That is how you make yourself hate whatever you're doing and get a massive block from doing the task. Trust me, I didn't write a story for over 3 years after writing every single day because I pushed myself to the point it was frustrating to do and forced myself to keep going. Not worth it, wish I hadn't.

Sight

⭐Especially good for creative and visual types, like people who like art, design, front-end web devs, game devs, animators, writers etc.⭐

🎨Aesthetically pleasing - e.g. plugins that can change the aesthetic of programs. A good example is the extremely extensive library of plugins and themes available for Obsidian, all free to install. You can also get aesthetic Notion templates, too, but they often cost money (though you can find free ones on the official Notion template website!).

🎨Some aesthetic program add-ons include: the extensive free plugin/theme library for Obsidian (you can even connect it to back up to GitHub for free, though it's very technical) and aesthetic Notion templates - here's a link to where you can find free ones (there are other categories, too, not just for productivity) - https://www.notion.so/templates/category/personal-productivity?paid=free -------- If you want a link to my Etsy store to buy a nice looking aesthetic Notion template for university students (or a different special one just for design students!) for cheap that has better features than the free ones, go here: https://www.etsy.com/au/shop/PointyBirdDesigns?ref=seller-platform-mcnav§ion_id=47390214

🎨Nice colours that you like.

🎨Nice shapes - e.g. your office has a circular painting that you love the shape of (and it makes you happy to look at it).

🎨Nice visual texture - e.g. you're writing a book - consider doing it in a program that has unlimited pages and has a paper texture in the background with no ads or distractions (and can go full screen).

Smell

👃If you're not sensitive to perfumes, spraying a nice scent whenever you do the habit could make you feel happier. You may even start to associate the task with that nice smell.

👃Make sure the area you're working in smells nice. Bad smells can be major subconscious distractions.

Sound

🙉The object associated with your habit makes a satisfying sound, e.g. for writing you might want a certain type of keyboard, like a mechanical keyboard that makes a satisfying "thunk" with each key press and makes you feel like a professional writer. Some browsers like Opera GX (not sponsored) also allow you to add typing sounds directly to the browser, so if you can't afford a nice keyboard but still want a satisfying sound you might want to try that if you're doing a lot in your browser. Otherwise, iirc, there are also writing programs that might do something similar (you'll have to look for them yourself, I can't remember sorry).

🙉⭐You can use things for background noise while you're doing the task if you either have it down really low or you don't need to hear your recordings for it. E.g. for editing a video you can play very soft instrumental music (I don't recommend anything with words, it'll confuse you when they mix with your audio), or if you're doing something like sorting through paperwork you can put on whatever type of music you like or even a twitch or youtube vod/stream on while you're doing it. It sacrifices a tiny bit of optimal brainpower, but you'll likely be less bored and be able to do the task for longer so it'll likely even out, and if you're concerned, you can often do polishing touches at the end to make sure your work is good.

🙉Headphones can go a long way for focus in busy places. Noise cancelling ones can help a lot if you have the cash.

Tactile

🤗*Generally you want to be physically comfortable when performing your habit. If you can afford it/can save up and it's causing you discomfort, try to replace it. A good place to find quality furniture for cheap is your local tender centre. Sometimes op shops are good options, but they're usually more expensive. I found an amazing ergonomic chair for $100 that was worth about $500 - $600. Good things come along sometimes, just keep looking.

🤗If it's something that requires you to go outside and you can afford it, try investing in a few nice outfits to make yourself feel more confident for days when you're feeling less motivated.

🤗⭐If you're neurodivergent or sensitive to textures, make sure before you buy something that you can run your hand along it many times and not feel awful. Honestly, everyone should do this. We all have preferences.

🤗⭐Don't ignore things that make you feel uncomfortable! Why? Because in my experience it's a bit like in video games - these things stack up like debuffs. What I'm saying is, it may not be a big thing to have bright lights hurting your eyes, but if you have bright lights, an uncomfortable chair, and your environment isn't clean, this can be sensory hell, especially for neurodivergents. Write down the things that make you uncomfortable and fix as many as possible, one by one. Don't end up like your neglected sims who are very talented but are completely and utterly miserable because you don't fix the things that are bothering them and don't fulfil their basic needs!

🤗⭐If it bothers you, fix it as soon as you can. It's easy to let little annoyances pass, but just like when a sim does something they dislike, your tolerance for it will be grated until you feel absolutely awful and/or snap. This goes for things as little as your room being too cold (get a blanket or if you can afford it and have one, put the heater on!) or too hot. Do NOT screw around with things you can fix in under 2-30 minutes. If you can fix it in under 2 minutes, do it right now. If you can fix it in under 10 minutes, write it down and do it today. For the rest, add it to either a weekly, monthly, or some day to-do list. Scheduling it for a certain period of time makes it more likely to get done, though. If you're like me and can't do something when you force yourself to or are told you have to, just schedule it to be done within a certain week or month. No pressure.

Feeling

💜⭐A good rule of thumb is that you've achieved desirability when you feel excited to do the habit. If this excitement ever wears off, try mixing and matching other ways of building desirability or changing something about the habit, e.g. the prompt (see habit building books or summaries for more info). Keep it fresh! Whenever you get bored, change things around.

💜⭐Listen to your emotions. Emotions are the body's way of communicating things with you, whether it be about your environment or about your body or mental state. Sure, some are irrational, but every emotion has a story to tell. Try listening. Don't push your emotions down, learn to process them. If you don't know how, a therapist can help.

Bonus note:

Don't spend beyond your means! If you can't afford it, don't buy it! I am not telling you to go out and spend as much as you can on these things. Mid-range is usually the best bang for your buck, and can often be found for cheap in op shops and tender centres, as I said.

Good luck! If you have any bonus tips feel free to reblog this post or comment and add them!

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peachiesbambi · 1 year

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BUDGET FRIENDLY DATE IDEAS THAT YOU CAN DO AT HOME

1. Have an at home ice cream bar witha movie.

2. Bundle up under blankets together and star gaze.

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10. Eat dinner and have a relaxing bath together all by candlelight.

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17. Complete a yoga session together.

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21. Come up witha bucket list together.

22. Havea fondue night.

23. Play the Newlywed or Not-So-Newlywed Game.

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super-selfpower · 1 year

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10 Bad Habits that Can Drain Your Focus at Work

It is important to be mindful of the habits that drain your focus. This will help you to maintain a more productive workday and be more productive overall.

Here are 10 habits that can drain your focus if you don't overcome them:

Procrastination: Putting things off until the last minute can lead to stress and a lack of focus on the task at hand.

Multitasking: Trying to do too many things at once can spread your focus thin and make it difficult to complete any one task effectively.

Distractions: External distractions like notifications or an untidy workspace can disrupt your focus.

Lack of sleep: Not getting enough sleep can lead to fatigue, which can make it difficult to focus and be productive.

Lack of breaks: Working for long periods without breaks can lead to burnout and a lack of focus.

Unclear goals: Without specific and achievable goals, it can be hard to focus and stay motivated.

Negative thinking: Negative thoughts can lead to a lack of confidence and a lack of focus on the task at hand.

Poor time management: Not effectively managing your time can lead to feeling overwhelmed and a lack of focus.

Procrastination: Procrastination can be a major obstacle to productivity and focus. When you put off tasks until the last minute, it can create a sense of urgency that can be distracting and make it hard to concentrate on the task at hand. This is because your brain is constantly reminding you of the deadline and the potential consequences of not completing the task on time.

Poor Nutrition: When you don’t consume enough nutrients, your body lacks the fuel it needs to function properly. This can lead to feelings of fatigue, difficulty concentrating and decreased productivity.

By working to overcome these habits, you can improve your focus and productivity.

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inspirational-blogs4u · 10 months

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Mindfulness Meditation |A way of living

Hey there, Tumblr fam! I wanted to share something that's been on my mind lately: mindfulness meditation.

In this fast-paced world, finding moments of peace and clarity is essential. Mindfulness meditation is all about being fully present in the moment, observing our thoughts and feelings without judgment, and cultivating inner calm.

By practicing mindfulness meditation, we can train our minds to focus on the present moment, rather than getting caught up in worries about the past or future. It helps reduce stress, improves concentration, enhances self-awareness, and promotes overall well-being.

If you're feeling overwhelmed or just want to add some zen vibes to your routine, why not give mindfulness meditation a try? Find a quiet space, sit comfortably, focus on your breath, and let yourself be fully present in the moment.

Remember, it's not about achieving a perfectly empty mind—thoughts will come and go. The key is to observe them without judgment and gently guide your attention back to the present moment. Practice makes progress!

Let's embrace the power of mindfulness and take a moment each day to reconnect with ourselves and the world around us. Trust me, it's worth it!

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ovns-influence · 10 months

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Am I Sensitive? Or I’m just letting you know where you had me fucked up at ....

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ostropest · 1 year

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Any tips how to motivate urself to vacuum?

#serious answers only #no honestly #how do people do that regularly #self improvement tips #in today's episode of my life

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dominationmafia · 2 years

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How to Be Your Best Self: 5 Self Improvement Tips

We all have things we wish we could change about ourselves. But what if there was a way to improve yourself without having to spend hours in front of the mirror?

Self-improvement is an important part of life. It helps us become better people, and it makes our lives easier. Here are some ideas for how to improve yourself.

Here's how to make it happen

Get organized. If you're not organized, you'll never find anything. Start by making a list of everything you need to do each day. Then, prioritize them into categories such as "to-do" and "must-do."

Make a plan. Once you've got your priorities sorted out, write down a detailed plan for accomplishing them.

Set goals. Write down your goals and then set deadlines for achieving them.

Keep track of progress. To keep yourself motivated, use a calendar to mark off your accomplishments.

Reward yourself. Give yourself rewards when you reach milestones.

Don't procrastinate. Procrastination is one of the biggest reasons why people fail at self-improvement.

Take breaks. You won't accomplish much if you work nonstop.

Find support. Ask friends and family members for help with your goals.

Have fun! To have self-improvement motivation you must enjoy yourself while you're improving.

Remember who you really are.

Start with the end in mind

It's easy to focus on the beginning of something, but the end is where the real challenge lies. So start with the end in mind and make sure you're doing what you need to do to achieve it.

The first step towards improving yourself is to know what you want to change. If you want to be happier, then focus on being happy. If you want to lose weight, then focus on losing weight. If you want to get into shape, then focus on getting into shape. Once you know what you want to work on, you can set goals and take action.

When we think about improving ourselves, we often focus on what we want to change. However, there’s another aspect of self-improvement that’s equally important: knowing where we want to go. If we know where we want to go, then we can work towards achieving those goals. Once we reach that goal, we can celebrate our success. By setting specific goals, we can achieve them.

Set goals

If you want to become more confident, then set some goals. You might want to work out three times a week, eat healthier, or learn how to cook. Whatever goal you choose, write down exactly what you plan to do and when you will complete it.

Do something every day

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by life, especially when you’re trying to make changes in your life. To help you stay motivated, try doing one thing every day that helps you achieve your goals. This could mean going for a walk after dinner, reading an article online, or calling a friend.

Don't compare yourself to others

If you find yourself comparing yourself to other people, stop right away. You will only end up feeling worse than before. Instead, focus on your own strengths and accomplishments.

Conclusion

So men you’re one of those that lack confidence and are not sure how to improve yourself? Do you feel frustrated, angry, overthinking what people think of you or how they judge you till you can’t even have a peaceful sleep?

Your dream is to be more confident, have a good impression everywhere you go, and finally have a good night's sleep when you know you improve yourself to the extent where people look up to you, but you lack knowledge on how to self-improve yourself and not even sure what to do or start that prevents you from reaching your dream state?

Worry not as we post daily self-improvement motivation tips and self-improvement quotes for FREE here at domination mafia where you can apply these free tips and you will definitely be closer to reaching your dream state. There’re books for self-improvement too that you can find online for free and apply those FREE tips to your daily life too.

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selfimprovementtips · 2 months

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Finding Motivation in Life

Finding motivation in life is a personal journey that often involves self-reflection, setting goals, and cultivating positive habits. Here are some tips to help you discover and maintain motivation:

Define Your Goals: Clearly outline your short-term and long-term goals. Knowing what you want to achieve provides a sense of direction and purpose.

Break down Goals: Divide larger goals into smaller, manageable tasks. This makes the journey more achievable and allows you to celebrate small victories along the way.

Create a Vision Board: Visualize your goals by creating a vision board with images and quotes that represent your aspirations. Place it in a visible place for daily inspiration.

Surround Yourself with Positivity: Spend time with people who uplift and support you. Positive relationships can have a significant impact on your motivation.

Learn from Setbacks: View challenges as opportunities to learn and grow. Embrace failure as a natural part of the journey and use it as a stepping stone toward success.

Establish a Routine: Develop daily habits that contribute to your goals. Consistency helps build momentum and makes it easier to stay motivated.

Find Passion and Purpose: Engage in activities that genuinely interest you and align with your values. Passion fuels motivation, making it easier to stay committed.

Continuous Learning: Stay curious and open-minded. Learning new things can ignite your passion and keep you motivated to explore and improve.

Take Care of Yourself: Physical and mental well-being play a crucial role in motivation. Ensure you get enough sleep, exercise regularly, and practice self-care.

Celebrate Progress: Acknowledge and celebrate your achievements, no matter how small. Recognizing your progress reinforces positive behaviour and keeps you motivated.

Seek Inspiration: Read books, watch documentaries, or listen to motivational speakers who inspire you. Learning from the experiences of others can provide valuable insights.

Stay Flexible: Life is unpredictable, and plans may need adjustments. Stay flexible and adapt to changes while keeping your ultimate goals in mind.

Remember, motivation is not a constant state, and it’s normal to experience fluctuations. Be patient with yourself and embrace the journey, using each experience as an opportunity for growth and self-discovery.

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messyoungie · 2 months

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𓂅⋆ small ways to improve ୭ 🧷 ✧ ˚. ᵎᵎ 🎀

here are some small habits that you can start doing :) they aren’t that intense— they only require consistency, and in my opinion are a great way to take the first step into your self improvement journey ♡

1. leave the phone out of the bathroom 🫧 ⊹₊

— this reduces the amount of time you spend in the bathroom and takes away a bit of screen time too!

— keeping your phone in the bathroom can make your device incredibly dirty and exposes it to a bunch of germs and bacteria

— sitting on the toilet longer than needed can lead to unnecessary pressure on your rectum

2. try to dedicate your bed for sleeping 💭 *.✦

— a good but simple habit to have is to only use your bed when sleeping. try to avoid studying, eating, or passing time in bed

— your brain may not be able to associate your bed with sleeping when you’re doing too many activities while sitting in bed, which can make it difficult for you to sleep

— experts say staying bed for too long can disrupt your mood and increases stress

— doing the same activities while sitting at a desk will most likely make you feel more productive as opposed to you doing them in your bed

3. try to spend the first 15 minutes of the day without your phone 🗒️ ⋆⁺₊

— getting on your phone and using a stimulating app like TikTok first thing in the morning overwhelms your dopamine and will only make you want more and more throughout the day

— try to get some sunlight instead and open your curtains or go outside

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heartbeatchronicles5 · 2 months

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Navigating the New Year: Crafting a Year of Connection and Growth

As the calendar turns, it’s time to embark on a new journey—one filled with possibilities, growth, and meaningful connections. The start of a new year often brings with it a sense of renewal, a chance to redefine our paths, and an opportunity to nurture the connections that truly matter.

Connecting with Heartbeat Chronicles: A Soulful Journey

In the spirit of this new beginning, I want to extend a warm welcome to both familiar hearts and new souls. If you're reading this, you're part of our Heartbeat Chronicles family, and we’re thrilled to have you on this soulful journey.

Crafting Your Year of Connection: Tips for the Soulful Ambassador

1. Set Soulful Intentions: Begin the year by setting intentions that resonate with your heart. What connections do you want to deepen? What personal growth are you aiming for? Let your intentions guide you.

2. Embrace Vulnerability: True connections thrive in spaces of authenticity. Embrace vulnerability in your relationships, allowing for honest conversations and genuine understanding. Heart-to-heart connections are built on shared experiences.

3. Prioritize Self-Reflection: Growth starts from within. Take moments for self-reflection, understanding your desires, and nurturing your own well-being. A soulful ambassador knows the importance of self-love and self-discovery.

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Connect with us on various platforms to be part of the ongoing conversation:

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Wondering what it means to be a Soulful Ambassador? It's about more than just being a listener; it's joining a community that values love, growth, and self-discovery. Engage with us, share your stories, and let’s navigate this new year together.

As We Journey Together

In the Heartbeat Chronicles family, every heartbeat matters. Let's craft a year of deep connections, meaningful growth, and shared moments. Here’s to the adventure that awaits, the lessons we'll learn, and the connections we'll cherish.

Thank you for being part of our story. May this year be one of soulful exploration and heartfelt connections.

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