Do Not Disturb
Can you imagine a world without noise?
I identify myself as an audiophile, someone who deeply appreciates sound in all its forms — from music (I listen to nearly all genres) to the soothing flow of a mountain stream. Music is essential in my life.
I can’t imagine my mornings without energetic music and a mug of coffee, or a Friday evening with a glass of wine and the romantic sounds of rhythm and blues or jazz. Music amplifies my emotions, helping me process and release them quickly. Music and memories are deeply connected, aren’t they?
Imagine a world without loud, unpleasant, or even frightening sounds. Join me on a journey through dreams, values, and the things that disturb us. Noise, to me, is a metaphor for anything that distracts us from our routines. A critical reader may notice that I often write about dreams. I believe that, along with values, they are powerful forces driving us toward a better future.
Think about a fast car and a driver striving to stay on track — that’s exactly how I feel right now. It’s one of the most challenging things in my life.
I want to share with you a few things about routine, something simple, about daily routine which I believe is crucial to be successful in life. Is it a simple path to follow?
I don’t think so. I fail often (a curious reader should check out my blog post, The Art of Failing), but each failure teaches me more about myself and how to adapt to a changing environment.
My goal is straightforward: to execute my daily routine every day. Consistently.
One of my biggest mistakes was micromanaging my calendar — trying to fill every day, hour, and minute with activities. I know it sounds extreme, but I was so driven to succeed. I read countless self-development books, convinced they would bring me closer to my dreams. But honestly? Today, I can hardly look at those books. Now, I believe it’s better to read selectively, focusing on topics that truly interest us. I’m much more discerning about what I choose to read.
I used to have rigid time blocks in my calendar — for instance, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., I’d work on math problems, and between math and work, I’d squeeze in a bike ride or a run. The first 15 minutes are always the hardest, but each step after that brings us closer to our dreams. I’m much more flexible.
Another mistake was keeping my to-do list far too long. Sure, it’s useful to outline tasks for the day, week, or month, but I used to try to check off as many as possible every day — which was unrealistic. Now, I choose about five of the most important tasks to focus on each day, and it works well.
Still, I’ve noticed that even one unpredictable event can disrupt my routine. But I don’t give up easily; I’m stubborn. How about you?
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