Do you feel like your life is a constant whirlwind of activity, with little time for anything else? Do you always have tasks and errands to accomplish but find they are never finished? If so, it’s time to take control and learn how to organise your life and simplify your days.

This article discusses how getting your life organised can make an impact in every aspect of one’s life – from personal relationships at home by being present as much as possible; working efficiently at work without feeling the stress of deadlines; and even being in sync with the rest of the world.
Planning ahead allows one to be on top of things, as opposed to being caught up in them, thus allowing for the best possible outcome.
You’ve heard it before: “Time is money.” But how often do we truly believe that?
We all know what time can do to us if we let it- and the truth is, the more you try to control your days, the easier they will be.
After all, you are in charge of your life!
Here are some tips on how to organise your life and simplify your days.
Table of Contents
- Use a calendar or planner
- Plan ahead for the best possible outcome
- Be in control of your life
- Break down your goals into achievable tasks
- Prioritise what needs to be done
- Get rid of distractions
- Avoid procrastinating
- Don’t let anything disrupt your routine
- Stick to a sleep schedule that works best for you
- Reward yourself!
- Final thoughts
Use a calendar or planner

This will help you stay on top of things and ensure that you are always where you need to be when you need to be there.
Don’t forget the important dates in your family members’ lives, as well as special occasions!
Read also: How I Use a Monthly Checklist to Organise My Life (FREE Printable)
Planning is necessary so that you can work out what you want to accomplish thus avoiding any problems; just remember that everything takes time so be realistic when creating these timetables.
Once accomplished, take pride in knowing all the things you have managed to achieve- this will encourage you to continue with this positive mindset and motivation towards work.
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Plan ahead for the best possible outcome

The key to being organised is to set priorities for yourself and plan ahead for the best possible outcome.
This will help you stay on top of things and ensure that nothing gets forgotten in your busy schedule.
One way to make sure your days run smoothly is by creating goals that can also be used as self-motivators.
For example, if you want a promotion at work, write down some goals in regards to how many hours or days per week you will spend proving yourself worthy of said promotion. And remember: never give up!
Plan, schedule and prioritize everything in advance so it does not become an afterthought during your busy day. Create a personalized list of activities that will allow you to live a simpler life and feel better about yourself.
Be in control of your life

Take a moment to reflect on what you want your future to look like. Write down the steps that will lead you there, and then follow them one by one. You may find that this simple practice of creating goals leads to improved productivity and more happiness in your daily routine.
It is also important to remember that nothing can be achieved in a single day, but with time and dedication there are no limits to what you can accomplish.
Remember: Just like everyone else, you deserve a life full of happiness and positive experiences!
So take control of your life and do the things that will bring those feelings into being!
P.s. stick to your list! Written goals are great motivators, as they show us that we are capable of being disciplined when the time is necessary.
Break down your goals into achievable tasks

Spending too much time on one task at a time can be overwhelming and stressful; breaking down your goals into achievable tasks will allow you to avoid this.
Setting goals will help you achieve your desired results and knowing how to organise yourself will make sure that all aspects of your life run smoothly from beginning to end.
“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” – Lao Tzu
By setting realistic goals for yourself and sticking to a plan of attack, you can simplify your life and make everything easier for yourself. You won’t feel as overwhelmed with studying or work if you know exactly what needs to be done and when it needs to be completed by; your mind will thank you later!
The more organised you are the less stressed you will feel about everything and anything going on in your personal life or at work and school. Have more free time on your hands – relax!
Prioritise what needs to be done

Prioritise your day and schedule everything in order of importance.
The way you spend your time is the way you will be spending your life. Work on the most important tasks first; doing this will enable you to complete these and move on to other, less pressing matters when the day comes to an end. Being well organised means being capable of getting things done quickly with ease and grace.
Be realistic about what can be achieved in a certain period of time. Planning ahead will help you manage your time wisely so that nothing falls through the cracks or gets forgotten or neglected as a result of multi-tasking at once. Keep track and stick to your priorities!
And remember, don’t be afraid to say no to things that shouldn’t take priority in your life.
Get rid of distractions

It is all too easy to give in to things that are not a priority, but remember: everything in moderation. This means that television, video games, social media and even friends can become a distraction that keep you from doing what is important or what needs to be done.
For example, if you have work or school assignments that need completing, then say no to things like video games or parties; they will not only distract you from your goals but can also result in unnecessary drama and chaos adding more stress to an already hectic schedule.
By managing your life well, one should be able to eliminate any bad habits, such as getting distracted by things that aren’t priorities.
There will be time for hobbies and other less important tasks once your goal has been completed and you have the free time available. Write down what needs to get done – set realistic expectations for yourself and stick to the plan.
Avoid procrastinating

Procrastination is a common bad habit that can prevent us from simplifying life; this means we should try to avoid it as much as possible. If you have tasks that need completing and fear you may procrastinate, then ‘Do it now!’
Wake up early or stay up late – do whatever it takes to get your work done, but don’t put off the task if you know you are capable of getting it done now.
You will feel better about yourself for having completed something successfully and won’t stress about postponing what needs to be done. Procrastinating will only make things harder on yourself in the future!
Life waits for no-one!
Don’t let anything disrupt your routine

Sticking to similar schedules every day will help you be productive and efficient in life and make it easier to use your time wisely. Try to maintain a routine even on the weekends and holidays so that you can stay productive and stress-free.
People who maintain routines are more likely to succeed in life because they have set goals for themselves; by sticking to these tasks at all costs, they are able to achieve more than those who do not!
This is not to say that you should feel obliged to keep a rigid schedule, but making time for things like exercise and relaxation will help increase your overall productivity level.
There may be some tasks that are urgent and cannot be postponed or they won’t get done at all; this is where planning ahead comes in handy again. The more prepared you are for the day, the more effective your routine will be.
Obviously, if something comes up that needs immediate attention – let the routine go! Make sure that what is most important gets done first; anything else can wait until tomorrow when there isn’t so much pressure on your schedule.
Stick to a sleep schedule that works best for you

Heading to bed at the same time each night and waking up at the same time each morning will help you feel more human. It will also allow you to wake up refreshed and ready for the day, rather than dragging yourself out of bed in a grumpy mood.
Go to sleep early enough that you aren’t tempted to play on your phone or watch TV until you fall asleep; this will only create bad habits and prevent you from relaxing properly each night.
Avoid using electronics before going to bed – this includes smartphones, televisions, computers and even reading devices too! Keeping your room as dark as possible will help enhance your body’s natural sleep cycle and keep things quiet and easy so that it is easier for you to drift off into dreamland without any distractions.
Reward yourself!

And finally, reward yourself with a coffee break, exercise session, a bath or indulgent snack when you’ve accomplished an important task (or several) during the day. This will help motivate you and keep you focused so that you can achieve even more than originally planned!
If the reward is too extravagant it may take over your life, making you wonder where all your time went. Setting a limit on how often or what to have as a treat will help prevent this from happening; try giving yourself one chocolate chip cookie when an important task has been completed instead of eating the whole bag in one sitting – self control is rewarded too!
Final thoughts
These simple steps to help you organise your life and simplify your days will prevent confusion and chaos in everyday life by providing a framework upon which you can organise your time all around.
Set goals and priorities – do what needs to be done first before moving on to other things. It may seem hard at first but over time it becomes easier to manage everything efficiently without sacrificing important tasks or getting distracted by unimportant ones. The key is setting realistic expectations and sticking to them; once this happens, everything falls into place much more.
Time is a precious commodity, and it’s important to use your time wisely. It can be difficult at times to keep up with everything that needs done in order to maintain an effective work/life balance.
Life gets infinitely easier when you organise yourself (and plan ahead) so that you are always where you need to be when you need the most energy for those tasks.
By following these tips on how to organise your life and simplify your days, we hope this article has given some helpful insights into what will help get yours back on track!
What’s your favourite method to organising your days?
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I actually follow couple of these tips, they are a life saver tbh, but I’m still trying the ” Don’t let anything disrupt your routine” because something always happen that always disturb them, anythy thank you for sharing those wonderful tips!
Thanks you! That’s great you already follow some of these! Routine and distractions are definitely the tough ones, for me too!
Great tips! I really need to work on stopping procrastinating, and I think breaking down my goals into achievable chunks should start to help with that. Thanks for sharing x
Thank you! Absolutely, the more realistic our goals are to carry out, the easier it will be to leave procrastination behind 🙂
I love this list. It’s easy to follow and most importantly, it’s realistic. I like the idea of rewarding yourself! We all like a little treat every now and then. I carry a mini white board with me and jot down my to-do list and notes. Thanks for sharing!
The mini white board is a great idea for when you’re out and about for lists!
Hello! what a great post! I sometimes find myself overwhelmed with the amount of things i have to do. Using a planner is a great help! I totally agree in rewarding yourself as it helps me de-stress! Thanks for sharing a great post! Alicia
Thanks Alicia! I also find rewarding myself gives me something to look forward to after a chore / work so it helps me stay on track better 🙂
These are really helpful tips. Distractions and procrastination are two things I really need to reduce in my life.
Thank you! Yes, I think these two are so easy to stumble on!
You shared some really great tips. I find it so hard to stay organized with a two year old because everything can happen at anytime but I definitely got some ideas to get better at it.
Ah yes, definitely hard to plan each moment of your day when you have kids! Thanks for reading!
I think one of the biggest challenges as a blogger is to keep yourself organized so I appreciate these tips. I use a digital planner, a spreadsheet and have purchased a portable white board notebook as well to keep me organized. Thanks for sharing and reminding us the importance of keeping focused and simply getting the job done.
Absolutely! I definitely struggled when I started my first blog with everything that had to be done. Planners are key for bloggers!
Great post! I love using a planner and completely agree that when something is written down it motivates you. Procrastination is definitely my weak spot though. I have to work on that. Thanks or sharing these fabulous tips!
Thanks Tiffany! I think we all suffer from a little procrastination but seeing results and goals being achieved definitely helps with this 🙂
I really like your list of tips. Having a master list is a key tool for me. Personally I’d reorg a bit. I would put Determining your goals, break then down and stop procrastinating at the top for me 😀
Thank you, so glad you liked the post 🙂
Simple and much needed reminder for me. I struggle with sleep schedule, working on it.
Thanks Vanessa! Personally sleep schedule is the one that gets me too. The others, we have a little more control over, but it’s not always easy to make yourself sleep. Identifying the reasons why we don’t have a great sleep schedule can be key to getting better nights sleep in the future though 🙂
This is great as I think a lot of us get a bit stuck in rut or frustrated and overwhelmed sometimes. It’s so easy to get into bad habits like being distracted by things around us that it’s ideal to make it a point to create a space where we can focus. I like the idea of rewards too — I think I will put something like this in place going forward.
Great to see you like these tips! I agree, it’s so easy to get distracted by everything around us and staying focused is the key.
Goodness! I feel so called out (in a good way haha) – these are such fabulous tips! I used to use a planner to schedule my days and it was SO helpful. I should get back into the habit x
Haha sorry! That definitely wasn’t the intention. Although sometimes these kinds of posts are a good reminder for myself too!
Haha! This post is literally yelling at me. I am the most disorganized organized person alive! I get everything and more done but I totally am so messy and do things so fast Lol!! I need a better system! Thanks for sharing, Vourneen x
Haha I totally understand the disorganized organized state. I used to be that myself!
Hi Voureen, this is a great post! I really need to be more oragnised but it’s something I am trying to work on! Thanks for sharing! Alicia
Thanks Alicia!
A very informative post that I’m sure will benefit everyone but especially families who are now getting ready for their kids to return to school (if they haven’t returned already.) Routines and scheduling are so important and never more so than during the school year! The main thing I personally have an issue with is maintaining a good sleep schedule. I go to bed at the same time almost every night however, I wake up more times than I want to through the night. Age is the culprit so there’s not a lot I can do about it. lol
I loved this! I, too, ‘found’ minimalism about 5 years ago, and it isn’t an exaggeration to say that it totally changed my life. It even meant that my family and I could downsize our home and finally start to save money rather than spend it on ‘stuff’. Love your blog : )