The new school year is a great opportunity to start a few new habits. We’ve already talked about how you can prepare for the school year, and we mentioned starting some new habits. If that sounds like something you’d like to do and you’re searching for inspiration, then you’ve come to the right place!
Habits for being more organised
- Use a planner or a calendar
- Note down every assignment
- Clean your desk each evening
- Pack your bag the night before
- File class handouts in a folder
Habits for better productivity
- Complete assignments ASAP
- Study for tests a week before
- Set screentime limits
- Write 3 tasks for each day
- Don’t procrastinate on tasks that take <5 minutes
Habits for being healthier
- Take a 15 minute run every day
- Limit sugar + caffine
- Keep a water bottle with you
- Put on sunscreen
- Don’t use your phone before bed
Habits for improved self-care
- Journal every day
- Meditate in the morning
- Try starting yoga
- Do your skin care
- Prioritise your hobbies
Habits for learning more
- Do Duolingo daily
- Read 50 pages a day
- Listen to educational podcasts
- Watch documentaries
- Read the news
+ 5 bonus habits
- Scan / file away each assessment you do (if you’re allowed)
- Put your phone in a different room when you study
- Stretch after any type of exercise
- Keep a gratitude journal
- Practice your instrument
