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TOM BRADY MIGHT BE RETIRING, AND HE WILL GO DOWN IN HISTORY AS ONE OF THE
GREATEST PLAYERS OF ALL TIME

WHETHER YOU LIKE HIM OR NOT, TOM BRADY IS ONE OF THE BEST QUARTERBACKS TO EVERY
PLAY, AND THE FANS WILL CERTAINLY MISS HIM.


Olivia D White
16h
Miami University
288

Photo by Tom Brady on Instagram

Prior to starting this article, I want to make it clear that Tom Brady himself
has yet to announce that he is retiring. The information that he will be
retiring comes from sources close to him saying that he will not be returning
for what would be his 23rd season.



Throughout his career, Tom Brady has set record after record and has been
recognized as one of the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history. Whether fans like
him or not, everyone can admit that he is a great player. The Patriots picked
Brady as the 199th overall pick in the sixth round of the April 2000 draft. He
started getting major playing time as the Patriots starting quarterback in 2001
after Drew Bledsoe got injured.

In February of 2002, Brady got his first Super Bowl ring after defeating the
Rams 20-17. He was named the MVP of the game. He then went on to win the 2004
Super Bowl, 32-29 over the Panthers. He won again in 2005, beating the Eagles
24-21. After this, he sets his first NFL record with his 10th consecutive
playoff win.







The 2007-2008 NFL season was a major season for Brady. In this season, he set a
franchise record with six touchdown passes against Miami, which achieved a
perfect passing rate in the game. He also sets the NFL single-season touchdown
record, an NFL record of over 90% completion percentage. He also won his first
NFL MVP award and sets a single-season career-high in passing yards, completion
percentages, and passer rating. While all of this was achieved, Brady lost his
first Super Bowl that year after four previous appearances.

Brady continues to set records and wins another Super Bowl ring in 2015. Despite
all this success, Brady was then involved in a scandal of deflating footballs
during games, which resulted in a four-game suspension. Brady returned from
suspension in October of 2016.







Brady and the Patriots then went on to beat the Falcons 34-28 in the 2017 Super
Bowl, and Brady won his sixth and final Super Bowl ring with the Patriots in
2019. In 2020, Brady continued to play football, but he went to the Tampa Bay
Buccaneers. Brady then won his seventh Super Bowl ring with the Buccaneers. This
year, though, the Buccaneers got knocked out of the playoffs by the Rams.

While most football fans have strong feelings either for or against Tom Brady,
no one can deny that he is an amazing player. If he truly is retiring, then the
2022-23 season will look very different without him. There will be more great
football players and quarterbacks that will most likely beat his record but,
whether you like him or not, Brady will go down in history as one of the
greatest quarterbacks and player of all time.







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COVID IS CHANGING THE VOTERS DEMOGRAPHIC

HERE ARE FACTS THAT THE PUNDITS ON THE REPUBLICANS ARE NOT TELLING THEIR BASE.


Barbara Myers
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University of Central Florida
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When the pandemic started and the country was scrambling to find its way through
all the misinformation and contradictions from the White House and CDC to the
much-maligned news and social media; we knew that this was going to be a
game-changer. So how is it changing the game? At first, it was hard to see the
result, and for the most part, not even the Democrats saw this phenomenon
occurring.



There are facts that the pundits on the Republicans are not telling their base.
Mr. Carlson and his ilk at FOX News, have never mentioned to their base that the
pandemic and their basic lack of responsibility to human nature is preventing
them from being healthy. So as the media itself is completely vaccinated the
people that watch these icons are tell their viewers that being vaccinated is
like a crime on the rule of law are not dying. The numbers are a scam the
Democrats created to keep people from living, breathing, and drinking their
Budweiser in front of their TVs.The current statistics show the republicans are
dying at a rate of 3 to 1. Now if we look at the margin of the last presidential
election, this rate is surely going to make the 2022 election pretty safe or
maybe sway the off-year voters from the domineering republican turnout to more
of an independent or democratic turnout. Yet why am I convinced?







First and foremost is the democrats have a way of stepping on themselves without
reason Apologizing for issues or daily mishaps like they are the good sister in
the family and nobody expected them to go out and get drunk with a bunch of frat
boys. I wish the democrats would let their hair down, go out and shake things
up. Make like you just won the lottery and time is essential to keeping the
money. Go for the jugular and cut a bitch if she snatches that dress you were
eyeing at the local discount store. Don’t spend your wheels comparing your
political agenda with the has been president, but call out the crazy right-wing
congressional candidates for all their hair-brained conspiracy theories. Why
don’t debunk their rhetoric front and center? Have a town hall with them or at
least debate the nut jobs and get the facts out there for all to see and hear.







Of course, most people say its a waste of time. People have made up their minds
and they won't change. I disagree, many asked for the vaccine in their last
dying breath, so if it comes to taking the oxygen out of the air, the truth
usually has that kind of affect if told with dignity and honesty. Because you
see, the former president has been moving through the far-right pundits
preaching the importance and his accomplishments of the vaccine. Mainly because
there has been a study that shows more registered Republicans have died and are
dying from Covid over the Democrats. He can't keep his "Big Lie" in circulation
if the people that believe him are not around to cheer it on. So it seems the
Democratic party is playing the waiting game and they might just win. But then
there is the black caucus that has sworn to stay home and leave the party in
jeopardy if the voting rights acts sitting in Congress are not passed and made
into laws before the mid-term elections. This seems like a game of chess that
cannot be won by either side of this party. Plus we are looking at Putin playing
a game of chicken with our president. Can this be the only way he can interfere
with our elections this time around? Has the powers that be found his access and
have cut it short to leave him to start a war and kill innocent people so he can
show his power to the democratic world?







I don’t know the answers to many of these questions, and many of them keep me
from getting to sleep at night. Can the pandemic be a deciding factor again in
our election? Will Mr. Putin risk the lives of his soldiers to show his strength
and keep the politics to be polarized by a dictator? While the state and local
governments try their best to make voting an obstacle course of rules and
regulations, I want to find my way through this. Help to keep the voting a
mainstream of being an adult, and assist the people who are misinformed and
confused from opting out and staying home. I don’t care what party anyone
belongs to as long as they go out and vote and have their voice heard in the
democratic process our forefathers created.







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30 SONGS ON MY FEBRUARY PLAYLIST

I PREFER TO START EACH MONTH WITH A NEW MUSIC MIX, SO HERE’S WHAT’S ON TAP FOR
FEBRUARY!


Grace Connors
12 February
Miami University
375

Photo by Andrea Piacquadio on Pexels

The crafting of this playlist went a little differently than normal because I
listened to my January playlist so much that February was about to be the same
thing! So this is made up of song recommendations from a friend, songs I liked
the title of, and a few from previous playlists. Here they are:




1. ‘LOVE & WAR IN YOUR TWENTIES’ — JORDY SEARCY


2. ‘ON & ON & ON’ — CAAMP


3. ‘ANGEL OF SMALL DEATH AND THE CODEINE SCENE’ — HOZIER


4. ’GOLDEN’ — HARRY STYLES


5. ‘DANCE WITH ME TONIGHT’ — OLLY MURS


6. ‘MOTION SICKNESS’ — PHOEBE BRIDGERS


7. ‘OFF MY MIND’ — JOE P


8. ‘GLUE MYSELF SHUT’ — NOAH KAHAN


9. ‘TALK TO YOU’ — RICKY MONTGOMERY


10. ‘TWENTY TWO AND SOME CHANGE’ — STEPHEN DAY


11. ‘AUGUST’ — FLIPTURN


12. ‘JOYRIDE’ — ADAM MELCHOR


13. ‘JUDY YOU HUNG THE MOON’ — HARBOUR


14. ‘NUMB LITTLE BUG’ — EM BEIHOLD


15. ‘THE LIFEBOAT’S EMPTY!’ — CHELSEA CUTLER


16. ‘YOU’RE SOMEBODY ELSE’ — FLORA CASH


17. ‘COME TO ME’ — THE GOO GOO DOLLS


18. ‘JOANNE’ — LADY GAGA


19. ‘CUTE WITHOUT THE ‘E’ (CUT FROM THE TEAM)’ — TAKING BACK SUNDAY


20. ‘DRUNK TEXT ME’ — LEXI JAYDE


21. ‘HARVEST MOON’ — LORD HURON


22. ‘(ANOTHER) HOTEL PARTY’ — MATTY REYNOLDS


23. ‘DESPAIR’ — LEO.


24. ‘FOOL FOR LOVE’ — LORD HURON


25. 'VAGABOND' — CAAMP


26. 'MOON' — JONAH KAGEN


27. 'TEARS OVER BEERS' — MODERN BASEBALL


28. 'PICK AND CHOOSE' — DANIEL NUNNELEE


29. 'SHE'S ALL I WANNA BE' — TATE MCRAE


30. 'NO CHILDREN' — THE MOUNTAIN GOATS

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5 BEST LUXURY WELLNESS RETREAT TO RESTORE YOUR MIND

FROM THE TROPICAL SERENITY OF COSTA RICAN RAINFORESTS TO THE AYURVEDIC THERAPY
OF NEW YORK RETREATS, YOU CAN TRY IT ALL.


jasminejames536
11 February
Iowa State University
6535


Health is a state of mental well-being, physical vitality, and spiritual
salubrity. If you're tired of the hectic lifestyle and stressful workload, then
you might want to head out for a wellness retreat. You can plan a rejuvenating
getaway to the best wellness retreats all over the globe to unwind and recharge.
Also, it offers a chance to dive deeper into the antiquities of nature and calms
your mind down.




Read on to find out the wellness retreats that are worth your time and money.


ARO HĀ WELLNESS RETREAT, NEW ZEALAND

Here's a peaceful retreat in the heart of New Zealand that instills spiritual
wellness within you. Aro Ha Wellness Retreat is your go-to retreat to unwind,
relax, and rejuvenate after tiring days of work. Also, the place focuses on
result-oriented fitness, relaxation, and natural therapy amidst lush-green
mountains. You may opt for the retreat for eco-accommodation and spend some time
in the lap of mother nature to rejuvenate. Another great feature of the retreat
is the mindfulness program which teaches you the art of living in the present
moment.







For all the health-conscious travelers out there, the retreat offers plant-based
Italian delicacies. You can satiate your taste buds with delicious meals and
connect to your inner self amidst the scenic mountains. Make sure to plan a
getaway to this enthralling destination for a holistic experience.


HESTIA RETREAT CENTER, MOUNT SHASTA, CALIFORNIA

Another wellness getaway that you can try out to take a break from the
monotonous routine is the Hestia retreat. Named after the Greek goddess, the
retreat resides in the heart of spiritual heaven on earth, i.e., Mount Shasta.
The 10-acre space features many astonishing activities like mindfulness
meditation, chakra walks, and retreat spaces to calm your nerves down. With the
spiritual practices and natural aesthetics, you get a chance to connect to your
body-mind on a deeper level.

You can choose amongst the various plans and room settings available. You may
consider some room plans: open space mama yurt, a traditional Mongolian yurt,
and a solstice moon yurt. If you're questioning yourself about the wellness
retreat near me, you must consider the Hestia retreat.







Other than this, the eco-cabins and glamping tents can add to your wellness
getaway and take you closer to the natural serenity. Along with this, the
dynamic museum-like setting guided by healers and spiritual masters can
enlighten your mind in no time.


SCHLOSS ELMAU, GERMANY



Are you fond of the Bavarian Alps and the calm appeal of the mountainous
regions? If yes, you may head out on a long wellness excursion to the popular
retreat in the German premises. Schloss Elmau is a wellness center that sees
thousands of spiritual travelers or healers from all over the world. Also, the
center offers the opportunity to try multiple spiritual activities in a single
place.







You can take warm baths in indoor or outdoor pools, get herbal spas, or even
utilize the benefits of traditional Chinese medicines. Also, the yoga center and
natural food menu allow you to stay healthy and connect to your spiritual self.

In case you like witnessing cultural programs, then you can try the ones offered
by the retreat center on the premises itself. The experience will likely leave
you in awe of the natural landscapes, cultural practices, and scenic views.








GAIA RETREAT & SPA, BYRON BAY, AUSTRALIA

If you're tired of heading on adventurous trips, then you might try the
spiritual getaways as well. One such wellness destination, I. E. Gaia retreat in
Byron Bay can gratify your spiritual self and take you closer to mother earth.
Also, the place provides holistic spa experiences that heal you from within and
help in relaxing. In case you need some time off work, you can always opt for
the meditation activities at Gaia. Other than this, try clay sculpture, organic
cooking, and other classes to amp up your skills while exploring the wilderness.

The retreat is one of the best options to revitalize, unwind, rejuvenate, and
recharge your body before jumping onto the previous schedule. On top of this,
nature walks and holistic spa sessions curb physical issues and improve mental
health. Grab your share of spirituality and nature therapy to feed your soul.
Not only will it help you stay in good health, but it also incorporates
mindfulness and better cognition.








AMATARA WELLNESS RESORT, PHUKET, THAILAND



There's no doubt that Thai culture reflects wellness and spirituality to the
fullest. But, you can opt for a spiritual retreat while traveling to Phuket to
relax for a few days. Located in the tropical region of Phuket, the Amatara
wellness resort has a wellness and spiritual regime. Also, it offers a detox
program that cleanses your vital organs and the mind of negative emotions.







You can opt for other programs like yoga or weight management while exploring
the cultural aesthetics of Thailand. With the Moroccan bathing experiences and
anti-aging sessions, the retreat is next to heaven for spirituality enthusiasts
out there.


You may head out and traverse through the other tourist attractions in the
region as well. Overall, the wellness retreat helps you better health, soothes
your mind, and improves vital functions. Try to witness the Hamman culture and
understand Thai wisdom on your wellness trip to come back wiser and healthier.


FINAL VERDICT


Traveling is an important activity that helps you keep the monotony away and
satisfies your soul with new experiences. For all the wanderlust enthusiasts who
like spiritual getaways, the wellness retreats all over the globe may help. You
can plan a trip to the lush-green regions that offer holistic travel experiences
with relaxing spas, meditation, as well as spiritual lessons. Some wellness
retreats like Schloss elmau and Amatara are pretty popular amongst spiritual
destinations all over the globe.


Also, you can sit in the lap of nature and experience detoxification at its best
with Gaia retreat and spa. Research well and head out to feed your soul with
natural vibes, scenic views, and enthralling culture







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BEST HEALTH & FITNESS HACKS FOR BUSY ENTREPRENEURS

STARTING YOUR OWN BUSINESS IS CRAZY ENOUGH - HOW ARE YOU SUPPOSED TO FIND TIME
TO WORK IN HEALTH AND FITNESS? WE ASKED SOME OF OUR FAVORITE BUSINESS EXPERTS
FOR THEIR TIPS AND TRICKS THAT THEY HAVE FOR OTHER ENTREPRENEURS THAT MIGHT BE
STRUGGLING WITH THIS ASPECT.


Bailey King
11 February
Millennials of Upstate NY
6781

https://depositphotos.com/492974524/stock-photo-sporty-mature-woman-training-outdoors.html

Starting your own business is crazy enough - how are you supposed to find time
to work in health and fitness? We asked some of our favorite business experts
for their tips and tricks that they have for other entrepreneurs that might be
struggling with this aspect.



“People with entrepreneurial mindsets are some of the most driven people on the
planet, but it can be easy for us to get so wrapped up in our work that we
forget about ourselves,” says Nathalie Walton, Co-founder and CEO of Expectful.
“But, if you learn how to prioritize these goals and set attainable health and
fitness standards, you can put that willpower that you already have into your
personal life as well.”







If you’re one of the many people who set a New Year's resolution to stay healthy
but already feel like you’ve fallen behind, don’t worry! We have the 9 best
fitness hacks for busy entrepreneurs listed below to help you reach your goals.








PRIORITIZE YOUR MORNINGS

It can be easy to hit that snooze button a few too many times, but setting the
alarm early can be one of the best tips to set yourself up for success in your
health and fitness goals. We all know how crazy the day can become for an
entrepreneur. Even if your planner says you’ll be done by 6 with plenty of time
to hit the gym or eat a healthy lunch, sometimes things don’t go according to
plan.

“Instead of saving your health and fitness routine elements that take up more
time or require the most energy for the end of the day which might be super late
or when you’re already exhausted, try doing things in the morning,” says Daniel
Tejada, Co- Founder Straight Up Growth. “It takes a while to form habits, so
stick with it. Mornings can become a time for fitness, health, and productivity
if you plan them out right.”








STAY HYDRATED

There’s a reason nearly every fitness book, magazine, and article recommends
drinking water. It keeps your body functioning at the highest level while also
making you feel better overall.

“A great way to make sure you’re drinking enough is to create points throughout
the day that you drink a glass or bottle of water,” says Jack Gindi, CEO of Pori
Jewelry. “Drink a glass or two when you wake up, a bottle of water with lunch, a
bottle or two throughout the work day, and before you go to bed. This will help
the amount of water in your body stay consistent and also not feel as
overwhelming or like a chore to drink.”


DON’T EXPECT TO MEET EVERY GOAL ON TIME

Understanding that your life is a bit unpredictable and stressful can help you
set goals. This doesn’t mean that you’re limiting yourself or setting the bar so
low that you won’t see results, but you should ultimately be able to customize
your goals to fit your life.







“Setting goals is important, but you also have to take everything else into
account,” says Reece Kresser , Co-Founder of Zizi. “Give yourself a bit of
leeway when it comes to reaching the goals you’ve set. If your overall goal is
improved health and fitness, stressing over reaching goals that might not happen
because of other uncontrollable events that popped up isn’t going to help you
achieve that goal.”








ANNUAL EXAMS

You probably went for an annual exam each year as a kid, but when was the last
time you saw your physician to have a general wellness check? Many adults find
themselves skipping their annual exams which can be detrimental to your overall
health.

“Before you even start setting goals, you should have your physician check your
general wellness through an annual exam,” says Juan Pablo Cappello, Co-Founder
and CEO of Nue Life. “Having a baseline is also helpful for future goal setting
and when your next annual exam rolls around you’ll have something to compare
results to if there was an area you needed to work on such as cholesterol, blood
pressure, vitamin levels, or iron deficiencies.”








STAY ACTIVE

This doesn’t mean you need to be at the gym every day. Find small ways that can
keep you moving throughout the day so you’re not stuck at a desk without
movement to break up your schedule.

“Take a walk around your workplace at lunch or try parking further away so you
have to walk a few more blocks,” says Nick King, CEO of Vint. “Look for
opportunities to take the stairs instead of the elevator and work in a light
workout routine for your evening at home. This can even be a few sit ups or
other strength training exercises that can be done from your living room.”








MAKE YOUR OWN FOOD

While many people enjoy the convenience of running out to lunch to grab a bite
to eat nearby, it can be much more difficult to track the nutritional
information of the meals when you’re not making it yourself. Additionally, by
making your own food, you’re able to cater your diet to specific goals that you
might have set.

“Making your own food can help you achieve the goals you’ve set,” says Eric
Elggren, Co-Founder of Andar. “When you go out to eat, there are so many
tempting options on the menu that aren’t necessarily healthy. It’s also harder
to know exactly what ingredients the meal has unless you’ve seen the food made
in front of you. An added bonus here is that you’ll probably be spending a lot
less on food if it’s coming from your own kitchen.”


AVOID RESTRICTIVE OR TRENDY DIETS

If your goal is weight loss, it can be tempting to find a diet that will show
quick results. However, a lot of these will result in cravings, lack of energy,
and a difficult regime. Instead, look for diets that encourage balance and the
inclusion of all food groups to maintain a holistic and balanced menu.







“We’re taught about food groups as kids for a reason,” says Daniel Sathyanesan,
CEO and Founder of Winden. “The overall goal of food groups is to make sure
you’re getting the appropriate amount of each type of food and nutrient in your
diet. Researching balanced diets or even talking to a nutritionist about what
you should be including in your diet are great places to start.”


CREATE INCENTIVES

Motivation can be one of the hardest parts for busy people, like entrepreneurs,
to maintain during a health or fitness plan. Motivate yourself to remain
committed to your goals by creating incentives for different mile markers in
your health and fitness journey.

“Allow yourself to enjoy rewards for being consistent or sticking to your
goals,” says Stephen Skeel Co-founder and Executive Producer of 7 Wonders
Cinema. “This could mean buying that little thing you’ve been wanting for a
while, allowing yourself to enjoy a fancy tea or coffee, lunch with a friend, or
whatever you find motivates you to stick with a plan.”


DEFINE SUCCESS

This is something entrepreneurs are familiar with. You have to define success in
order to be productive throughout the process. Define what achieving these
fitness and health goals looks like. What is the end goal? How will you know
you’ve reached it? What does success mean to you?

“Success doesn't have to be a number on a scale or being able to do something
specific in the gym” says Michael Hennessy, Founder and CEO of Diathrive.
“Success could be being able to walk up the stairs to your apartment without
being out of breath. It could be eating something green with each meal. It could
even be making it through the week without skipping a workout or indulging in
dessert at the company dinner. Success can be small, big, or a combination of
different goals throughout the journey.”


CONCLUSION

There are many tips and tricks you can use to work a health and fitness plan
into your busy schedule as an entrepreneur. A lot of these tips revolve around
understanding what you’re capable of doing at the moment and setting yourself up
for success by being aware of what is realistic and attainable. It also doesn’t
hurt to keep up with your doctor and maintain your health through annual exams
and insight from those appointments.

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MANDALORIAN: A GREAT "SILENT" PROTAGONIST

MANY HAVE ATTEMPTED THE STOIC AND SILENT HEROES IN FILM AND TELEVISION, BUT ONE
EXAMPLE HAS TRULY SUCCEEDED.


Nathan Rohe
10 February
Lindenwood University
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The term "silent protagonist" is often thrown around when discussing player
characters in video games. These protagonists are often depicted with little or
no personality or character for the purpose of allowing the player to insert
themselves more personally into the game world and the narrative. While this can
work for interactive media, like video games, narrative focused media need more
fleshed out and interesting characters to drive the plot. However, there are
exceptions to this rule and we are going to find out why one of best examples of
this character in narrative driven media is the Mandalorian.



"The Mandalorian" is a Star Wars television show exclusive to the streaming
network Disney Plus. The show focuses on the title character simply known as
Mandalorian. He is a very cold and efficient bounty hunter who speaks very few
words, has almost no emotional attachments, and the audience (or other
characters for that matter) never gets to see his face. At the beginning of the
series you would be wrong if you mistook him for a robot. He is a man with
little known about his past and almost no friends or loved ones. While many
would say this makes a character an interesting and mysterious bad ass, it is
often used to mask the fact that there's nothing unique about the character and
they are quite generic.







However, the Mandalorian has managed to become an interesting and beloved
character in the Star Wars franchise. Despite his beginnings as a stoic, loner
protagonist; he has grown into a more emotionally complex character due to his
connection with the character known as Grogu, or as the internet called him;
Baby Yoda. During one of his missions he's tasked with collecting this child and
bringing him to the Empire. However, the Mandalorian forms a connection with the
child and his character begins to slowly change from there.







The Mandalorian's mysterious "lack of character" is part of the narrative of the
ongoing series. He goes from a cold emotionless killer to... well... still being
a killer, but one who grows a slightly more ethical code and begins to form
bonds with other people. We slowly learn things about him, like his real name
and his face looks like (which was a great character moment both times they did
it). We are introduced to the armor shell the moves and sometimes talks, but
thanks to Grogu we eventually see the man that hid behind the armor.

The Mandalorian teaches us two things about "silent protagonists". The best
"silent protagonists" are the ones that slowly reveal elements of their
characters over time which creates "actual" mystery and character growth, and
the ones that are driven by more fleshed out characters surrounding them (i.e.
Master Chief and Cortana). While there is some truth to many creators using
"silent protagonists" to mask thinly written characters, they can also be used
to move plot and other characters along in interesting ways. They show us that a
compelling character is defined by their actions, not their words.







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JOURNEY TO THE CENTER OF (HER)

TIPS TO HELP YOU STAY GROUNDED AND KEEP PUSHING TOWARD YOUR GOALS


Ankita Nathan
10 February

1053


I'll be the first to admit - I love and hate routine. The idea of waking up
everyday to do the same thing with no end in sight is not the most appealing.
For example, I typically dread Sundays because it brings on major anxiety and a
bad case of the Sunday Scaries thinking about the laundry list of things I have
to do the next week. However, by Monday morning I am more energized than ever
and I am quickly checking off all those items on my list. So what's the deal?



Well as the week carries on, I tend to lose steam. I wake up bright and early
Monday and by Thursday I'm hitting snooze at least 3 times. I have to maintain a
consistent level of energy throughout the week and remind myself to cut down
screen time so I can focus on my goals.

But the reality is this: routine is essential to having productive, healthy and
creative lives. Routine is essential to giving us the freedom to make more
important choices - those which may change the entire trajectory of our life.
Below I've outlined some tips to help you build routine in your life and stay
focused.







1) Wake up at the same time everyday, drink 12oz of water and write down 3
things you are grateful for. If you do this everyday it will shift your
perspective and help you start each day on a positive note.

2) Eat a balanced and healthy diet. I always start my mornings with coffee and
breakfast (eggs, toast, muffin, etc). Your body and brain need this to help you
have a productive day.

3) Do one thing (it can be really small!) that will push you towards your long
term goal. Whether that means researching more about your dream company or dream
job, spending 30 minutes on a creative pursuit, or running 2 extra minutes on
the treadmill. These are examples of small things you can do everyday to help
you achieve that big goal.







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