How Marcus Aurelius Would Master His Day and You Can Do Too

<h2>Embracing the Dawn: Start your Day with Purpose</h2> Be prepared to rock your day the moment you get out of your bed. Scan your calendar & list up 3 to do’s you need to finish before lunch, 1 TED talk you will watch & how you will get your daily 10k steps. Bonus points if you already make your preparations the day before. “Waste no more time arguing what a good man should be. Be one.” Marcus Aurelius <h2>Harnessing Focus: The Stoic Approach to Eliminating Distractions</h2> This one is crucial, and maybe the most difficult one. Some tips to master your focus. <img alt="" src="https://miro.medium.com/v2/resize:fit:700/1*jVLRyK_mlNtfLVMA0Xunvw.jpeg" style="height:464px; width:700px" /> Lukas, Pexels <ol> <li>Meetings only in the afternoon — when you have less energy, and, after you finished your 3 to do’s</li> <li>Check your mailbox only after finishing your 3 to do’s list up higher</li> <li>Put your phone 1 meter from your keyboard, this will make it more difficult to grab it real quick without disturbing your co-workers</li> <li>Leave your phone at your desk <a href="https://medium.com/@nicolas.deboutte/how-to-strengthen-workplace-relationships-top-tips-for-better-co-worker-engagement-ad63bd123a0f" rel="noopener">when you go for a coffee</a></li> <li>It’s OK to let your mind wander, but use your to do list to get your mind back on track</li> <li>Jot down random thoughts or things to do on a blank piece of paper next to you. Use your afternoon to process that list.</li> </ol> Finally, get some time to go outside for a walk or run. <a href="https://medium.com/@nicolas.deboutte/how-marcus-aurelius-would-master-his-day-and-you-can-do-too-a0fcd06a926">Visit Now</a>