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Morning routines. Everyone has them. Everyone wants a better one. But instead of adding items to your morning in hopes of starting your day more productively, consider eliminating a few things from your routine. Consider it addition by subtraction. What should go on your not to do list for first thing in the morning? 1. Don’t plan out your day. Instead, make a to-do list the night before. That accomplishes a number of things. One, you’ll sleep better. As David Allen, author of Getting Things Done, says, “Your head is for having ideas, not holding ideas, and it’s certainly not for filing things away. Without exception, you will feel better if you get stuff out of your head.” Deciding what you’ll do tomorrow — especially deciding what you’ll do first — instantly relieves a little stress and anxiety. And ensures you don’t waste time deciding what to tackle first. Or mistaking the seemingly urgent for the truly important. Or wasting time gathering up whatever you need to actually work on what you want to tackle first. Try it. Before you end your workday, list what you need to get done tomorrow. Then determine the single most important thing you need to get done tomorrow. Then, before you step away, set up your workspace (which, if like mine, is simply your computer’s desktop) so you can hit the ground running first thing in the morning. Have the reports you need open. Have the notes you need handy. Make sure you have answers to your questions. Starting your day with a productive bang creates natural momentum — and provides the motivation you need to move on to whatever is next on your to-do list. So, yeah: Don’t make a plan. Have a plan. 2. Don’t make unimportant decisions. Malcolm Gladwell only drinks five kinds of liquids: water, tea, red wine, espresso, and milk. Why? As Gladwell says, “There are so many other things I would rather do with my time than agonize endlessly about those kinds of trivial decisions.” Plus, we all have a finite store of mental energy for exercising self-control. Some of us have less, some have more, but eventually we all run out of willpower steam. That’s why the more choices you need to make during the day, the harder each one is on your brain — and the more you start to look for shortcuts. That’s when you get impulsive. That’s when you make decisions you know you shouldn’t make. The fewer decisions you have to make, the better the decisions you will make when you do have to make a decision. Maybe you’ll start having the same thing for breakfast. Or always working out before you start work. (More on that in a moment.) Or scanning the same key metrics. Or, as President Obama once told Vanity Fair, “You’ll see I wear only gray or blue suits. I’m trying to pare down decisions. I don’t want to make decisions about what I’m eating or wearing. Because I have too many other decisions to make.” Automate as many decisions you have to make in the morning as possible, especially when they don’t improve your efficiency and effectiveness. 3. Don’t forget to exercise. Research shows that as little as 20 minutes of moderate exercise boosts your mood for the next 12 hours. (Keep in mind “moderate” means an average heart rate of between 110 and 120 beats a minute. So, no: You don’t have to go all HIIT on yourself.) Not only will a short workout increase your energy level afterward, it will also put you in a better mood for up to 12 hours. Which means exercising first thing lets you take full advantage of the “happier” 12 hours that science says follow. 4. Don’t forget to include protein in your first meal. In The 4-Hour Body, Tim Ferriss recommends consuming 30 grams of protein within 30 minutes of waking up. At least one nutrition professor recommends consuming at least 30 grams of protein for breakfast. Why? Protein tends to keep blood-sugar levels steadier. Protein tends to help prevent hunger spikes. Most important, research shows dopamine regulates motivation, helping you to “initiate and persevere.” Which is exactly what you need to do first thing in the morning: get started and keep going. Granted, knocking out 30 grams of protein might sound daunting, so try a protein bar or protein shake. That’s what I do: My first meal is always a protein bar and a glass of water. Decision already made, protein consumed. Win-win. 5. Don’t forget to take the right breaks. Generally speaking, we can only focus on any given task for 90 to 120 minutes. After that, we need a 15- to 20-minute break so we can recharge and be ready to perform at a high level on the next task. So do this: Split your day into 90-minute windows. Instead of thinking an 6-, 8-, or 10-hour workday, split your day into four or five 90-minute windows. That way, you will have, say, four or five tasks — or chunks of tasks — you will get done a lot more efficiently. Just make sure you take the right kind of break. Sitting and chilling is fine, but taking a break to knock out a few relatively mindless tasks could be just as useful (and leave you feeling a little more productive). Think of it this way: Momentum is everything. Breaks should reinforce your sense of activity and accomplishment. So take a quick walk. Grab a drink or a snack. Or, if you feel the urge to stay Type A, pick a few productive tasks you like to perform — and gain a sense of accomplishment from — and use those for your “breaks.” 6. Don’t stick blindly to the same morning routine. Maybe you’ll need to wake up a little earlier to take advantage of “quiet time” to complete your first task. Maybe you’ll need to wake up a little later so you’ll feel more rested. Maybe you’ll need to exercise later in the day after all, or adjust what you eat, or change a few of your other “automatic” decisions. To be more productive, you can’t do what you’ve always done. Nor should you slavishly stick to the new routine you create. Every once in a while, take a few minutes to evaluate what’s working and what’s not. And adjust as necessary. Because the key is to do what makes you most successful. Which, over time, is likely to change. So make sure you change with it. 2 Comments 6 Things You Should Never Do First Thing in the Morning. The perfect morning routine–for you–should also include a ‘not to do’ list. A Tear And A Smile March 7, 2017 Mihran Kalaydjian – A Tear And A Smile – Poem by Khalil Gibran I would not exchange the sorrows of my heart For the joys of the multitude. And I would not have the tears that sadness makes To flow from my every part turn into laughter. I would that my life remain a tear and a smile. A tear to purify my heart and give me understanding Of life’s secrets and hidden things. A smile to draw me nigh to the sons of my kind and To be a symbol of my glorification of the gods. A tear to unite me with those of broken heart; A smile to be a sign of my joy in existence. I would rather that I died in yearning and longing than that I live Weary and despairing. I want the hunger for love and beauty to be in the Depths of my spirit,for I have seen those who are Satisfied the most wretched of people. I have heard the sigh of those in yearning and Longing, and it is sweeter than the sweetest melody. With evening’s coming the flower folds her petals And sleeps, embracingher longing. At morning’s approach she opens her lips to meet The sun’s kiss. The life of a flower is longing and fulfilment. A tear and a smile. The waters of the sea become vapor and rise and come Together and area cloud. And the cloud floats above the hills and valleys Until it meets the gentle breeze, then falls weeping To the fields and joins with brooks and rivers to Return to the sea, its home. The life of clouds is a parting and a meeting. A tear and a smile. And so does the spirit become separated from The greater spirit to move in the world of matter And pass as a cloud over the mountain of sorrow And the plains of joy to meet the breeze of death And return whence it came. To the ocean of Love and Beauty—-to God. 37 Comments A Tear And A Smile I’LL Love You Forever I promise you – [Michael Bolton] February 27, 2017 I’LL Love You Forever I promise you- Michael Bolton I will promise you, yes I promise to Love you for all your life Love you every day and night I will always be there for you I’ll be in your arms, you’ll be in my heart I’ll love you forever, I promise you We’ll be together, our whole life through There’s nothin’ that I, I wouldn’t do With all of my heart, I promise you I will take your hand, and I’ll understand Share all your hopes and dreams Show you what love can mean Whenever life just gets too much for you I’ll be on your side, to dry the tears you cry Oh I will always be in your arms And you will always be the flame within my heart There’s nothin’ in this world I wouldn’t do I promise you 11 Comments I’LL Love You Forever I promise you – [Michael Bolton] My Only Children June 2, 2016 Mihran Kalaydjian – My Only Children Lyrics: Kelly Palmer Arrangement & mix: Edward Khoury Director: Elias Bandak Assistant Director: Wael Zananiri Editor: Robert Kalayian Special thanks to all my fans who participated. Honor Guest: Violinist: Charlie Bisharat Mino Element Band Members Aram Kasabian – Lead Guitar Sevan Manoukian – Drummer Hratch Panossian – Bass Samer Khoury – Violin Tony Amer – Saxophone Haim Cohen – KeyBoard Albert Panikian – Trumpet Nicole Del Sol – Percussion Dana Debos – Trombone ∞∞ I didn’t know happiness until I had you two, to have something so perfect so small, so delicate and true. The pleasure you bring into my life I cannot express enough The cuddles, kisses, the looks you give, are filled with utmost love. Your personalities are so different yet at times you are the same, your innocence and laughter enforces that my aim.. is to give your lives full of meaning to live for every day, and to know i’m so proud of both of you in each and every way. I know you both resent me, for the life we left behind, but mum was very unhappy, and herself she had to find. We’ve had our trials and tribulations our problems that some our way, but remember mum is here for you every second, come what may. They say love is unconditional between children and their mother experiencing parenthood is such a gift, this love is like no other This poem is for my children whom I love with all my soul, my existence belongs to you two, and through you, my life is whole. ∞∞∞∞ Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use ∞∞ © 2016 Paramount Studios& Element Band All Rights Reserved 39 Comments My Only Children To the Children March 20, 2016 To you, the children…may you grow wise and strong–strong of heart. With clarity and purpose may you learn well to care for her on whose back you walk…Mother Earth. Even now, it is we who learn from you, as we watch you grow. You forgive so quickly, and you love so unconditionally. The light of spirit shines so brightly within you. May you cultivate these things as you grow to become the leaders of tomorrow. May you learn to live in harmony with one another, that your world may be a world of peace. 22 Comments To the Children Mihran Kalaydjian Singing Forever Without You September 24, 2014 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CZp3Wk2PPG0 Mihran Kalaydjian Singing “Forever Without You” ritten by Joseph Nalbandian Lyrics “Forever Without You Genre: Melody Year: 2014 Producer: Samer Gubran Khoury & Sami Abdo Recording & arrangement: Paramount Studios So I will not hurt My heart was filled with bitterness Here I leave you. And I do not know, where are you going? I doubt shivering May God protected you. I doubt shivering May God protected you. Ah, sad life without you Day of the year will be But wherever you are, my soul again Look around to vibration Ah, sad life without you Day of the year will be But wherever you are, my soul again Look around to vibration And Theory hour ‘Do not forget to pray Ah, sad life without you Day of the year will be But wherever you are, my soul again Look around to vibration Ah, sad life without you Day of the year will be But wherever you are, my soul again Look around to vibration Ah, sad life without you Day of the year will be But wherever you are, my soul again Look around to vibration Ah, sad life without you Day of the year will be But wherever you are, my soul again Look around to vibration But wherever you are, my soul again Look around to vibration Mihran Kalaydjian Forever Without You © 2014 Paramount Studios All Rights Reserved 12 Comments Mihran Kalaydjian Singing Forever Without You IT TAKES TWO TO TANGO August 31, 2014 IT TAKES TWO TO TANGO LYRICS it takes two to tango you tell me that he really hurt you hurt you, oh, so bad you wonder how he could desert you god, he made you mad were you nothing but a victim did you never have a choice it takes two to tango didn’t you wear familiar clothes the ones you wear so well didn’t you blush just like a rose on your way to hell were you nothing but a victim did you never have a choice it takes two to tango were you nothing but a victim did you never have a choice it takes two to tango weren’t you once head over heels weren’t you, oh, so sure if she’s to blame for how you feel who will be the cure were you nothing but a victim did you never have a choice oh, it takes two to tango hey, now, even if your arm was twisted what happened to your voice oh, it takes two to tango 8 Comments IT TAKES TWO TO TANGO TO MY FATHER – August 30, 2014 Dear Dad, What a day!? A day to remember who has taught me, guided me and instilled wisdom in me my entire life. You have promised countless times that you love me. Can I ask for anything else? Of course I can, and I always do. As any good father would do, you do what you feel is right in whether or not I should get what I ask for. There are so many things I’d like to tell you face to face. I either lack the words or fail to find the time or place. But in this special letter, Dad, you’ll find, at least in part, the feelings that the passing years have left in my heart. The memories of childhood days and all that you have done to make our home a happy place and growing up such fun. I can still recall the walks we took, the games we played; those confidential chats we had while resting in the shade. This letter comes to thank you Dad, for needed words of praise; the counsel and the guidance, too, that shaped my growing-up days. No words of mine can tell you, Dad, the things I really feel; but you must know my love for you is lasting, warm, and real. You made my world a better place and, through the coming years, I’ll keep these precious memories as cherished souvenirs. 36 Comments TO MY FATHER – Time To Say Goodbye August 19, 2014 Time To Say Goodbye When I am alone I sit and dream And when I dream the words are missing Yes I know that in a room so full of light That all the light is missing But I don’t see you with me, with me Close up the windows, bring the sun to my room Through the door you’ve opened Close inside of me the light you see that you met in the darkness Time to say goodbye Horizons are never far Would I have to find them alone without true light of my own with you I will go on ships over seas that I now know No, they don’t exist anymore It’s time to say goodbye When you were so far away I sit alone and dream of the horizon Then I know that you are here with me, with me Building bridges over land and sea Shine a blinding light for you and me To see, for us to be Time to say goodbye Horizons are never far Would I have to find them alone without true light of my own with you I will go on ships over seas that I now know No, they don’t exist anymore It’s time to say goodbye so with you I will go on ships over seas that I now know No, they don’t exist anymore It’s time to say goodbye so with you I will go… kiss me 22 Comments Time To Say Goodbye Posts navigation Older posts Search for: Recent Posts Your fingers tracing Let me bury my breath in your light heart Still Fail Your tonic voice (no title) Mihran Kalaydjian Writer & Social Media Specialist Mihran Kalaydjian Writer & Social Media Specialist Follow me on Twitter My Tweets Mihran Kalaydjian Hospitality Firm Mihran Kalaydjian Hospitality Firm Mihran Kalaydjian Hotel Management Mihran Kalaydjian Hotel Management Follow Me on Social Media View MihranKalaydjianPianoMelodies’s profile on Facebook View Mkalaydjian’s profile on Twitter View minokalaydjian’s profile on Instagram View mihrank’s profile on Pinterest View mihran-kalaydjian’s profile on LinkedIn View MihranKalaydjian1’s profile on YouTube View mihrankalaydjian’s profile on Vimeo Flickr Tumblr Mihran Kalaydjian Gravatar mihrankalaydjianblog Mihran Kalaydjian On a personal note, I love the outdoors, comedy, bbq, reading and traveling. 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