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Mastering Your Day: Taking Control of Your Time, featuring the American Sociological Association (ASA)

Starting your day with a clear routine can make all the difference. Whether you're juggling school, work, or personal goals, having a plan helps you stay focused and reduce stress.

How to Build Routines That Actually Stick

Ever feel like the day slips away before you’ve even had a chance to catch up? You’re not alone. Building a daily routine isn’t about filling every minute—it’s about creating habits that help you feel more organized, less overwhelmed, and more confident in how you use your time. There are many ways to explore how small changes can lead to big improvements in your day.

The YouTube video “How to Build Routines That Actually Stick”, by planning expert Megan Sumrell, outlines four simple steps: start with a clear reason why the routine matters, anchor it to an existing habit, make it so small it’s easy to do consistently, and reward yourself immediately to reinforce it. By keeping things clear, simple, and rewarding, you can build routines that truly last.



Creating Healthy Routines

Taking charge of your day starts with building routines that work for you. When your time feels scattered, it can be hard to focus or feel productive—but with the right structure, you can create space for your goals, your responsibilities, and even time to recharge. 

The Mental Health America article, “Creating Healthy Routines”, explains how building consistent habits around sleep, eating, exercise, and enjoyable activities can support mental and physical health. It offers simple, practical tips like starting small, stacking habits, planning ahead, and celebrating small wins. The article emphasizes that routines reduce stress, increase resilience, and don’t have to be perfect—what matters is consistency and flexibility over time. 


How do you plan your day out? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below!

Featuring...

The American Sociological Association (ASA)


The American Sociological Association (ASA) is the leading professional organization for sociologists in the U.S., dedicated to advancing sociology as a science and promoting its value to society. Its website offers access to research journals, professional development resources, annual meeting details, DEI initiatives, advocacy tools, and membership information for students, educators, and practitioners.


Check out the ASA's website here: https://www.asa.org/

The SPAN Youth Chat

Join with the SPAN Youth Engagement Team virtually on August 6th from 4:15 to 5:00 PM, for a topic about advocacy and youth empowerment. More details to come. 



Resources...

Link to SPAN's website: www.spanadvocacy.org
Link to SPAN's Youth in the Know Resource Page: Youth in the Know
We're here for you! Call SPAN if you need assistance: 1-800-654-7726.

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