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Routines are an essential part of an organized life. The more you do a routine, the easier it becomes.\u00a0 For some of us, routines are tedious. It’s in adding some spark to the mundane, everyday routine that makes it much easier.\u00a0 There are essential routines for all of us: getting stuff back to where it goes, getting ready for bed, and getting ready in the morning. Take a new perspective on these routines with these ways to make routines more fun.<\/p>\n

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Reset<\/h3>\n

If the idea of picking up each day and getting stuff back to where it goes is too dull, start by renaming this routine the RESET. A reset is where you get everything back to where it goes.\u00a0 The best time to do this is every evening, right after dinner. Set a timer and you have enough time to RESET for 15 minutes and then you are ready for the next day. Ask your family to partner together to get everyone in on the reset.<\/p>\n

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Shutdown<\/h3>\n

You and your kids need to get ready for bed and everyone is tired of hearing all the details. It’s time to start the SHUTDOWN.\u00a0 Explain to your family that when we say, SHUTDOWN, it’s time for you to brush your teeth, get in jammies and start your reading.\u00a0 Keeping it super simple,\u00a0 your family knows each step and you are all ready for bed on time.<\/p>\n

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Music playlist<\/h3>\n

Music touches our inner souls. What if you have a playlist for different routines in your home? Just like the Cleanup song for preschool, a pre-set playlist signals the time for everyone to start a morning routine.\u00a0 Morning can be especially rough for some of us and a playlist eliminates the need for talking.<\/p>\n

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Track it<\/h3>\n

Use a tracking tool to remind your family about individual tasks that are part of their routines. Make routines a team effort with a tracking tool that rewards everyone for keeping the routines going. Use a visual tracking tool, like adding marble to a jar, for each day you keep the routine. When you reach your short-term goal, and then your longer-term goal, everyone shares in the fun of an ice cream or dance party.<\/p>\n

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App it<\/h3>\n

There is always an app for that! Apps<\/a> make it easy to stay on top of routines with reminders and rewards.<\/p>\n

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The more fun a routine<\/a> is, the more unforgettable. Even if you can’t keep your routine daily, you can always get restarted on a routine. Just start back up the next day, morning or evening.\u00a0 Be positive about your routines and successes too.<\/p>\n

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