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[Music]

Hello everyone and welcome back to the

Simple English podcast. I'm Lisa, your

host and today we have a very fun and

useful topic talking about your daily

routines.

Why daily routines? Because they shape

our lives. The way you wake up, the way

you eat, how you study or work, even how

you relax at night. All of these small

habits come together to create your

lifestyle. And I think all of us, no

matter where we are in the world, have

some kind of daily routine. Some of us

are morning people, others are night

owls. Some love coffee. Others prefer

tea. But at the end of the day, our

routines tell a story about who we are.

To make this episode extra interesting,

I invited a guest to share his own daily

routine and talk about how routines can

affect our health, productivity, and

happiness. As always, don't forget to

check out the free PDF file in the

comment section below to get the full

transcript and vocabulary for this

episode.

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So, please welcome Tony.

>> Hi, Lisa. Hi everyone. I'm really happy

to be here today. Daily routines are

such a relatable topic, right? Because

everyone has one, even if it's not

perfect. I can't wait to share mine and

also hear about yours.

>> Yes, that's exactly why I thought this

episode would be great. Plus, I know a

lot of our listeners are also learning

English. So, talking about everyday

activities like waking up, eating

breakfast, working or exercising can be

super useful vocabulary practice.

>> Totally. And the best part is it's real

life. Nothing fancy, nothing

complicated, just the things we all do

every single day.

>> Exactly. So, let's dive in.

All right, Tony, let's start with the

basics. Can you walk us through your

typical daily routine from morning to

evening?

>> Sure. So, my alarm rings around 6:30

a.m., but if I'm honest, I usually press

snooze once or twice.

So, I really get out of bed around 6:45

or 7:00.

>> I think many people can relate to that.

The snooze button is everyone's best

friend and worst enemy.

Yes, exactly. After waking up, the very

first thing I do is drink a glass of

water. It helps me feel more awake. Then

I wash my face, brush my teeth, and do a

short 10-minute stretch.

>> Oh, that sounds healthy. I love that you

stretch in the morning. Do you feel a

big difference when you do it compared

to when you skip it?

>> Definitely. When I stretch, I feel

lighter and more energetic during the

day. If I skip it, I sometimes feel

stiff, especially if I spend a lot of

time sitting at my desk later.

>> That makes sense. I've heard many people

say that just 5 to 10 minutes of

movement in the morning can really wake

up the body.

>> Yes. And after stretching, I usually

make myself a simple breakfast. My go-to

is oatmeal with fruit or sometimes

scrambled eggs with toast. If I'm in a

rush, just a banana and coffee.

>> Classic. I think coffee is a must for

many people's morning routine.

>> Oh, yes. I can't function without it.

>> So, after breakfast, what's next?

>> Then I start work. I work from home, so

my commute is basically from my kitchen

to my desk.

Around 8:30 or 9:00, I open my laptop

and check emails.

I usually try to work on my most

important tasks in the morning because

that's when I feel most focused.

>> That's smart. I read somewhere that our

brain is usually sharpest in the first 2

or 3 hours after waking up.

>> Yes, exactly. That's why I try not to

waste that time on social media.

I keep my phone away until I finish my

first work block.

>> Nice. So, listeners, that's a great tip

right there. Don't let your phone

control your morning. Try to do

something productive first.

>> Then around 12:30,

I take a lunch break.

I usually cook something simple like

rice with chicken and vegetables or

sometimes just a sandwich.

Do you ever eat outside?

>> Yes, maybe once or twice a week, but

most of the time I eat at home to save

money and eat healthier.

>> That's a good balance. What about

afternoons?

>> In the afternoon, I continue working,

but I usually feel a little sleepy

around 2 or 300 p.m. So, sometimes I

take a short walk outside or make myself

a green tea.

That helps me recharge.

>> I love that. A walk is such a simple but

effective way to refresh the mind.

>> Yes. And then I work until around 5:30

or 6:00. After that, I go to the gym

three times a week. On other days, I

might cook dinner earlier or do some

grocery shopping.

>> Nice. So, what's your evening routine

like?

In the evening, I try to relax a little.

I cook dinner, watch a TV show, or read

a book. Around 9:30 or 10:00, I put my

phone aside and prepare for bed. I like

to write down three things I'm grateful

for. Then I brush my teeth, maybe do

some light stretching again, and finally

go to bed by 11:00.

>> Wow, that's a pretty structured day. I

like how you balance work, exercise, and

relaxation.

>> Thanks.

But of course, not every day is perfect.

Sometimes I stay up too late watching

YouTube or skip the gym. I think it's

normal to have to have those days.

>> Oh, for sure. Nobody is perfect, but I

think the key is consistency.

Even if you don't follow your routine

100% every single day, just having a

structure helps you stay on track most

of the time.

>> Exactly. What about you, Lisa? What's

your daily routine like?

>> Well, mine is a bit different. I usually

wake up later than you, around 7:30 or

8:00. I also start with water, then

coffee, but instead of stretching, I

like to journal for 10 minutes.

>> Oh, journaling. That's a nice way to

start the day.

>> Yes, it clears my mind. Then I usually

eat breakfast. Sometimes toast with

peanut butter and banana. After that, I

head to work. Unlike you, I don't work

from home, so I spend about 30 minutes

commuting.

>> I see.

Do you listen to music or podcasts

during your commute?

Yes, that's actually one of my favorite

times to listen to podcasts. It makes

the ride more enjoyable and I also learn

something new.

>> That's a good use of time.

>> Then during work, my day is similar to

yours. Emails, meetings, writing tasks.

After work, I usually go for a walk or

do some light exercise at home. In the

evening, I cook dinner, maybe call a

friend or watch Netflix, and then go to

bed around 11:30.

>> Nice. So, our routines are different,

but also similar in many ways.

Yes. And I think that's a good point for

our listeners. Everyone's daily routine

will look a little different depending

on your job, family, and lifestyle, but

having some structure makes life

smoother.

>> Totally.

And one more thing, daily routines are

not just about productivity. They also

help with mental health. When you have a

routine, you feel more stable and less

stressed.

>> That's so true. Especially during

difficult times like the pandemic,

having a routine gave people a sense of

control.

>> Yes. Even small habits like making your

bed or preparing a cup of tea can bring

comfort.

>> I couldn't agree more.

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All right, Tony, let's share some quick

tips with our listeners. Maybe small

things they can add to their daily

routine to make life better.

>> Sure. Tip number one, prepare the night

before. For example, if you want to

exercise in the morning, lay out your

workout clothes before you go to bed.

That way, it's easier to start.

Yes, that really works. I also like to

prepare my to-do list at night. It helps

me sleep better because my mind is

clear.

>> Good one. Tip number two, start small.

If you want to build a new routine,

don't try to change everything at once.

For example, if you want to wake up

earlier, try 15 minutes earlier instead

of 1 hour.

>> That's excellent advice. Many people

fail because they try to do too much at

once.

>> Exactly.

And tip number three, add something

enjoyable.

Routines don't have to be boring. Maybe

listen to your favorite song while

brushing your teeth or make a special

coffee in the morning.

>> Yes, I love that. Routines should give

you joy, not just discipline.

>> And here's a fun fact. Did you know that

some of the most successful people in

the world have very simple daily

routines?

For example, Apple's CEO Tim Cook wakes

up at 3:45 a.m. every day to check

emails and exercise.

But other successful people like author

Herooqi Murakami follow a quiet,

repetitive routine that helps them focus

on creative work.

>> Wow, that's inspiring.

It shows that success is not about doing

something extraordinary once but about

repeating simple habits every day.

>> Exactly.

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>> Well, I think this has been such a fun

and useful conversation. We talked about

our daily routines, shared tips, and

even learned how routines can make life

healthier and happier.

>> Yes. And I hope our listeners also got

some ideas for their own routines.

Remember, it doesn't have to be perfect.

Just find what works for you.

>> Exactly. And if you're learning English,

talking about your daily routine is a

great way to practice.

You can start by writing down your

routine in simple sentences like, "I

wake up at 7. I eat breakfast at 8:00. I

go to work at 9:00." Then you can make

it more detailed.

That's a great exercise.

>> All right. Thank you so much, Tony, for

joining us today.

>> Thank you, Lisa. It was a pleasure.

>> And thank you to our listeners. If you

enjoyed this episode, don't forget to

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