Considering that I wasn't able to submit last weeks DDD because I didn't manage my time well this seems like the most appropriate topic for this weeks DDD.

Plan for Success

You don't have to map out every single day of your life from now until the end of time, but it is a good idea to have some type of plan, a deadline, or a goal of some type. Creating a plan allows you to pace yourself so you don't reach burn-out moments after your theoretical take-off.

How far should you plan in advance?

This is going to differ from person to person, but a good time table is every three days. It's enough time to get a routine going, but not so long that it's impractical to maintain. The most important thing is to create plans that fit your life not try to fit your life to your plans. There is a point where too much structure can be counter-productive. Don't lose sight of your personal needs.

Distractions of Life

This is going to happen and it's to be expected. You can't factor in every potential problem that may occur in your life. There will be days when you had at least 10 solid plans for the day and not one got done because the dog had to go to vet or the baby needed to see the doctor. If you don't accomplish every single task in a day, it's OK. All you have to do is adjust your scheduling to get it done at a later date.

Deadlines

Whether personal or business related deadlines can be useful and stressful at the same time. It's nice to know when you should be finished with a project, but it can become stressful when it seems incomplete and the deadline is around the corner. The moment you know that a deadline exists you should try your best to give yourself a certain slot of time during the day to work on your project. For writers, having a recording device of some sort could be extremely useful. While relaxing in a hot bath you could recite ideas to be written later. This same concept translates over to all artistic aspects. Having a means of recording your ideas throughout the day can reduce the amount of work and stress you're put under later when it's time to work on the project.

Schedule Example:

Day 1

9:00am - 5:00pm : work
6:00pm : dinner
7:00pm : deviantART Messages
8:00pm : Requests & Commissions
9:00pm : Alone Time

Day 2

duplicate above times and adjust as needed.

Day 3

duplicate above times and adjust as needed.

_{This is only an example, feel free to create a layout which suits your individual preference so that the schedule is appealing not appalling.}

Features

Some beautiful art from our lovely community.


Happy Scheduling everyone!


-LK

-Previous Issues-
Issue #1 Posture
Issue #2 Nutrition & Hydration
Issue #3 Alone Time