7 Habits that Save Me 3+ Hours a Day
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Hey friends, over the years I've experimented with a lot of different time management and productivity habits and techniques, and only a few have stuck. So in this video I go through my 7 favourite habits that save me around 3 hours every day. Enjoy x
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⌚️Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:17 Capture
1:28 The Daily Adventure
2:57 The Rainbow Calendar
4:17 5 minute Rule
7:18 The Focus Phone
9:00 The Alarm Clock
9:38 Not Watching TV
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I liked the 5 minute rule habit. Just getting started for 5 minutes with anything can help to reduce procrastination.
Also, I🌁.
Yes, and also I think daily adventure would be a good thing to try.
Imma just play a game for 5 minutes
I actually merged the « note what you have to do instead of doing it now» and the « 5 minute rule » by putting these notes in 5-min, 10-min and 15-min folders so depending on the time I have I go pick notes from the proper folder
Can we all just take a moment and appreciate how well his videos are EDITED? I mean those subtle sound effects and animations? Bring that viewing experience to a whole new level 🚀
Whereas I really appreciate it, I feel like the sound effects have gotten too much. At this point they're quite distracting due to the high frequency
I really love these effects too. They keep me engaged. Anyone know what kind of software makes it possible?
Yeah, I started off reading the comments in tandem with watching but then had to full screen coz I wanted to see all of what was going on.
True indeed
Yaa want learn video editing like this anyone help me with that?
Incorporating 5 minutes to my workout routine has really helped me with mindset! I spent 5 min everyday for the whole half of jan and increased to 10 min for feb and now i am proud to say I am doing 15 min workouts for march!!
🙌
I'm a distance runner and this is pretty common in the running world. Just getting started is the hardest part. You'll basically never regret the exercise once you do it.
A journey of a thousand miles, begins with a single step ❤
Love this!
*People say that money is not the key to happiness, but I always figured if you have enough money, you can have a key made.*
“The greater the passive income you can build, the FREER you will become.”
Always put your finances in good care to ensure that your income rises. Wealthy people achieve there financial goals and acquire riches by seeking help from finance pro(s) but many claim to have achieved success themselves.
That’s a just approach. I’m 50 but my financial life is a mess. Any ideas will go a long way in shaping my life and finances.
I operate a wide range of investments and have achieved massive growth in my finances with the help of my financial professional, making my financial goal a reality.
sear ch the full names below if you care
-Distraction Sheet (sticky notes)
-Today’s Adventure (Daily Highlight)
-5 min rule (doing the task for 5 minutes is better than not doing it at all )
-Rainbow Calender / Rainbow todo’s
-Physical Alarm Clock
-Not watching YT/OTT/TV etc.
Am I the only one thinking about how Ali actually calculated the exact minutes every tool saved him? 🙂
Nope you are not the only one 🙂
just get better at METH
And wasted 2 minutes in calculating 💀
Oh sorry, I mean 120 seconds.
He didn't, it's a random number. 😄
Nope
One more thing that's really good to do if you're a student or you are learning something new and use RUclips to learn some stuff is to have two RUclips accounts, one for studying and one for entertainment and stuff in your breaks.
I find it hugely beneficial because when I'm working I'm not distracted by sensationalist titles and thumbnail designed to divert attention onto non-work related things but when I'm not working I'm I'm on my time allocated to have a break and watch video such as this one it ensures it's a proper break entirely away from work related videos popping up in recommend.
Notes sir
Something else to try: I use the extension "Unhooked", it completely changed my RUclips experience. It literally gets rid of all possible RUclips algorithm distractions from the website, so that you only really watch the videos you *explicitly want to watch*.
@@keanu8539 sounds interesting, would be ideal for using it on the account I use to study, since on that account I only ever intend to watch videos that I have searched for that I know I need to watch or videos I've been sent links for. Thanks for the recommendation!
I am using this exact hack from last 6 months and i am a student, it has helped me immensely ❤
@@keanu8539Is it a Firefox extension? That sounds amazing
I’m sorry Ali, I’m a TV guy. My rule is: I never watch TV until 8 pm at night. During the day I can do all my work and exercise but at 8. It’s TV time. And it’s worked so far.
Me too
Same
⌚Timestamps:
0:17 Capture
Capture all thoughts and actions on your phone/notebook so you don't spontaneously decide to go do them.
1:28 The Daily Adventure
Prioritize 1 thing to work on. Frame it as an adventure.
2:57 The Rainbow Calendar
Use a calendar to block out your day.
4:17 5 minute Rule
Set a 5 minute timer to fight procrastination.
Use those 5 minutes between your days to get things done. Don't underestimate them.
7:18 The Focus Phone
Set up the Focus feature on your phone.
9:00 The Alarm Clock
Use an alarm clock so you don't snooze.
9:38 Not Watching TV
Saves your time.
😊
I always love you guys who summarize the whole video by a comment. Very helpful 🥰
Very helpful indeed. Doing it should be the youtubers' duty, but they're too lazy for that
You just saved us 11:27 😀
Thank you
It’s astonishing how Ali keeps producing high quality content on productivity and yet it’s never boring👌😍
thanks!!
I literally fell asleep during this video 😂
@Goochisz Magoochisz Nope, far from it. 100% definitely because of the material 👍
@@jorisbonson386 it depends on the person really. if you want to get value from this video you wouldnt be falling asleep. if youre watching this for entertainment you're more likely to fall asleep
@@hitormisshuh I wanted to get value - I still fell asleep.
I never watched TV until people convinced me I was living under a rock. I now realise that I actually got more done underneath that rock😂
This is my first Ali video and I love it! I’m a retired English teacher and when I was working I had my own set of ‘rules’ for managing my day. The list of things to do was definitely one to do! I kept adding things to the bottom of the list but it was very satisfying crossing off the ones at the top. Now that I’m retired I often have plenty of time in the day and at times I’m really undisciplined- after forty years of pushing myself I reason that I’ve earned it! However, I recently learned about the ‘one minute rule’- if you can do something in less than a minute, do it now. It’s amazing how effective this is! It can be something as simple as putting away the folded washing, putting stuff in the recycling bin, tidying the bench top. Nothing earth shattering but very satisfying. Anyway, thanks Ali- love your work!😊
The concept of a rainbow calendar was an unexpected gem in this video. It not only organizes the day but also brings a visual joy to planning. I'm excited to implement this into my daily planning!
TV time is the time I spend with my partner on the sofa, chilling. We normally don't get there until after 8.30pm and in bed for 10.30. I need time to wind down before bed, and having a hug on the sofa watching something we can bond over is valuable for my mental health!
Ali, I'm truly grateful for these videos. I am currently trying to implement these strategies and my favorite would probably be the 5 minute rule. I've probably heard it before, but I'm 100% sure that no one has simplified it to the level that you did. Thank you Ali!
I personally adore the art of film and watching movies and tv shows, even going to the cinema on my own from time to time is so fulfilling for me, I really miss it when I stop doing it - like going on runs, doing yoga, meeting friends, reading books, and all that influencer-kind-of-stuff, I personally also really value watching movies that I'm excited about. It is on the same level as reading for me. As long as you live intentionally, anything that makes you happy and doesn't hurt anyone is okay and you should do it.
Your name caught my attention and then I realised we've got the same sentiment too! I love watching movies and rarely have the time for them. I have to set aside time deliberately for movies and shows.
me3. struggling actor here
1. Capture
2. The Daily Adventure
3. The Rainbow Calendar
4. 5 minute rule
5. The Focus Phone
6. The Alarm Clock
7. Not watching TV
@mandelkuchen2288 I just saved 10 minutes on this video today by looking for a summary comment like yours
7. Not watching youtube….
Can we all just take a moment and appreciate how well his videos are EDITED? I mean those subtle sound effects and animations? Bring that viewing experience to a whole new level
I love the positive energy that you have in your videos. You deconstruct complicated and simple concepts even further to make goals look more achievable. You also remind me of my brother who passed away in an accident in 2000. Your features are quite similar and you have that wonderful energy as well. He was one of the most wonderful human beings on earth. I am so glad you are here doing what you are doing;)
Love seeing these short, applicable productivity videos from Ali 🔥
A lot more actionable for most of his viewers 🙌
I watched a few productivity videos and this one is by and far my fav!! So many videos have really obvious tips, like "eat healthy". The tips here are genuinely applicable, original, and super helpful! And the editing is amazing. Thank you!
I am not really a time scheduler but I like starting new habits and can appreciate the tips you’ve provided,
I’ve been a fan of keeping my phone face down for a few years now or in more instances nowadays to even keep my phone in my purse or pocket, esp when with company or in social settings to be more present even if my social companions don’t reciprocate it.
The TV thing is so helpful, I only allow myself to watch TV on weekends, and basically what it does is when I feel like watching something is I go to RUclips, and I've curated my feed so it's all geography, math, and finance videos, so I can come out of it motivated and having learnt something.
Turning the phone face down it’s a very effective little trick that’s worked for me too. I never check my phone unless I need to call or text or check my calendar when it’s placed face down.
I haven’t watched television all this year and not only has my productivity soared but I am actually happier. My goodreads counts is looking much more positive this year too.
Love the new feature of time tracker for each individual topics - saving more time 😊
Cutting out TV is something I've done for the last 2 years and it feels GREAT. I used to watch 1-4 hours of TV a day on average and it started to really bother me because I could FEEL my time just slipping away uselessly. It's felt very awesome and has compounded my productivity for the last 2 years. I only 'watch' now - mostly listen - on youtube to things that I'm trying to learn, like your productivity videos, video editing tutorials, color theory, etc. pertaining to the businesses I'm trying to build. It's so helpful to not watch TV! There is a small downside to not being able to talk about whatever the current show/movie is with work peers, but for me it's worthwhile to miss out on those conversations and keep life in order and improving.
Loving the more active upload schedule + with all the gems as per usual!
I especially love the idea of capture any thoughts down rather than trying to remember them, the rainbow calendar (especially working with the ideal week and actual week calendars), 5 min rules (start anything hard for 5 mins only, and 5min is better than nothing) and the focus phone app. Very empowering!
Must say a very authentic guy.. helps him be fully present
I’m impressed by Ali’s productivity habits, but I’m more impressed by his math skills for calculating the exact minutes every tool saved 😊
I can say that this is the calmest video you ever make and it makes it more enjoyable to watch 👍
My TV rule is that I don't watch tv unless I'm eating or folding laundry. Both of these tasks take about 30-45 min to do so it prevents me from binge watching. Once I'm done with the task, I can feel the procrastination if I were to watch another episode.
One of my favorite self-development channels on RUclips. It is very relatable, well-rounded, and practical. Thank you for sharing!
Wow, thank you!
Thank you for being a role model! Such an old term lol. Your videos are helping me challenge myself with self-compassion which has been my late 2022 word. My word for 2023 is Practice! Thank you for sharing your experiences
Love the Daily Adventure idea!! Re-framing the activity from feeling apprehension to slaying it is interesting and I’m gonna try it!
Thank you for sharing these valuable time-saving tips! I already incorporate most of them into my routine, but your emphasis on daily calendars is a game-changer for me. I’m working on making it a more serious part of my day, thanks to your advice! 💫
I appreciate your videos so much. I have AuDHD and both of my kids are also neurodivergent. I have gone through life feeling like I'm always running to catch up, but your videos have helped me organize my life and family like never before. I don't think you are pushing toxic productivity. I think your methods are great for anyone who wants to organize their day. Take what works for you and leave the rest.
Good to hear the videos are helpful. I have ADHD and an app I've found very useful is RoutineFlow. It involves chunking various tasks together in blocks with time periods. For example, when I get home on a Monday, my routine is: spend time with wife - go for a run - play the cello - do an hour of deep work - study or learn something. Before I start this routine, the app tells me what time everything will be finished. If I spend more or less time on an activity then end time updates to accommodate. I have a morning , after work and evening routine ready to go. They've helped so much.
100% agree
Hey, Ali. I have banned the tv-channel non-sense zapping and have put myself the rule that tv has to have a content that either mean something to me or teach me something valuable. I mostly watch something for an hour or so in the evening or the end of my day, when all priority tasks are done and this works well for me.
This week instead of TV I’ve watched Ali videos. Outside of that I’m just way more productive. Thanks so much Ali!
Thank you so much for all you tips and advice! You always bring fresh perspective to the table 😊
The funny thing about productivity is that no matter how efficient and productive you (think you) are, there’s always room for improvement. Thanks for another great one! 😊
because once something becomes a habit, you can perform it quicker and more efficiently, giving you even more time/space to be more productive. it's a (positive) self-perpetuating cycle! 😄
Power to you Ali. Thanks for sharing. I'm fan of all productivity hacks and the book Getting Things Done. Your videos are a treat and a lesson all at once.
Thank you so much for this! Super super helpful 🌻💫 your channel is simply wonderful, love it!!! Can't wait to use all these tips! 🙌 especially the third and fourth one !
Awesome content. Humble man. Loved how he was making tea for the nurses.
I thought it would still be so much left when I realized it's almost done. Thr videos are never ever boring. So much energy raising
Superb! Very important to know this - Time is money and when you are multitasking, you need to save every minute. Great work, Ali. Thank you for sharing this.
I’ve always found the simplest way to save time is to make lists. If you have a lot to do in one day, MAKE A LIST of tasks in order of priority. This accomplishes two important things. One, it frees your brain up from the stress of trying to remember what you have to do. Two, it ensures the most important jobs get done even if you don’t manage to do everything on your list. But my experience is that as you tick off each finished task, you actually do get all the jobs done in much less time than you thought you would. This gives a tremendous sense of accomplishment, makes you feel organised and in control which stops you feeling stressed. And gives you the time you wanted to do something more enjoyable and relaxing. I find it works every time.
I stopped watching tv 5years ago..but addicted to mobile😓
So much packed into a short video! Thank you!
I love the idea of the Rainbow Calendar! Usually I see a calendar full of things and feel disheartened, but this is a good idea for visualizing the variety in a day. I’m going to give it a try!
which app has this feature? I mean like the UI
@@PAbleBoo Did @AliAbdaal mention which calendar? Agreed it's a great UI.
I feel like productivity is a slow build. You have to slowly add habits like these over time and get into a rhythm with each one.
This is super useful! I really need to improve my time management haha and some of these things I'll definitely try 🙏
Great tips! Have been doing most of them. You’re on to the point! Thanks
That last track had ME gasping for air. Amazing stuff, congratulations and thank you!
I did my Masters degree whilst working.
This meant a lot of evenings, weekends etc (& therefore no tv/social media/nonsense stuff). When I finished the course and had all that time back I realised just how much spare time I actually had outside of work hours!
Another great video from Ali as usual :) Keep up the great work!!
Thanks for the helpful tips, Ali! Really love your motivational and productive videos! I will keep up with my productivity and use up all the little time I have more wisely.
A doc who makes tea for the nurses. What a sweetheart. ❤
Great video as always Ali!
Will definitely start doing some of those things to have more time to be productive. I dont watch tv at all, but watch a lot of youtube videos
For us as non-English speakers, watching TV can be a kind of STUDYING since we have to check many new words. For example, I have a notebook and I write new words and fancy sentences in it. And I also review them once in a blue moon. BTW, thank you for sharing your experiances.
You can also use the saved time to REST, doing nothing, reading, sleeping or being creative
I Love the 5-minute Rule! I follow the other points you mention, but this one was totally new to me and very useful being a creator myself! Love your videos - Informative and brief!
I don't watch standard TV or have subscriptions for Netflix or any other streaming service, and it saves me no productive time. I usually work about 10 hours daily, and more is not feasible. My brain gets tired, and my eyes get tired... However, I can still decide what to do with my free time, and I found out I rather spend it drawing, knitting, reading, cooking and sometimes gaming while listening to audiobooks rather than simply watching TV. What I do watch is - obviously - youtube, but here I can choose stuff that is helpful to me, like new cooking recipes, crotchet patterns, science lectures etc. All these activities feel like time better spent than simply watching TV.
Hi...I like the pace in which you are talking. It's just perfect for me
Dude, never watched any of your videos and I get it about the time consumption and utilizing - but you're talking so fast and I couldn't keep up with all your great ideas.I swear after switching to x0.75 speed this video was perfect. Thank you!
My husband and I watch one episode of a series together each evening. We really enjoy that time together and the tv is never on otherwise. Is it productive? No. But we love it. The trick is to not let that time expand into more sitting around doing nothing.
That was amazing. Thank you for the most useful content ever!
The 5 minute rule is definitely something i have to try. Personally i stopped watching TV several years ago and I don’t miss it at all. I prefer spending my time learning through books and online. Feels like a better use of my time. All the best.
Thank you Ali for helping me to manage my time !! 🤗
I love the TV with friends only rule! I hardly ever watch tv.... But YT has certainly an issue for a while. So I'm stoked to try the One Sec App. Focus mode and phone face down rules were also things I already did. But the physical alarm clock is intriguing! I'm totally guilty of getting sucked into the phone at night when I'm setting my alarms. I've used my phone's alarm clock for years and never thought twice about it. But that was more of a health thing for me. Waking up to the loud, droning alarm tone of a digital clock, or the shrill bell ringing of an analog-both would spike my nervous system and I'd basically wake up gripped in panic. So I've never thought twice about using my phone and its pleasant sounds to wake up to. But maybe I'll give the clock another go and monitor any improvements. Thanks for sharing!!
thanks mate, great video,
i was procrastinating and this video refocust me again.
keep op the good work in the hospitol and on youtube
So happy I found this channel. Love your content.
AWESOME video, with great tips. If we are all honest with ourselves, we WASTE tons of time daily just doing BS 'escapist' activities to procrastinate from getting some real shit accomplished. The five minute rule is golden.
By eliminating the time wasters, we have more time to do the important stuff, and are actually BANKING up some future free time that we can schedule some fun stuff. MUCH better in the long haul, and at the end of the week or month, we can likely chart better progress on our goals.
It does seem easier to develop bad habits than good ones, but your tricks certainly streamline the productivity.
For TV shows, movies or video games I’m typically more intentional with them as well.
It’s wonderful to read, listen to or watch other people’s stories. But it’s equally important to live your own story and create your own. 🙂
Ive found a change to a flip /foldable phone with a very small fromt screen has helped a lot ..closing the flip is also psychologically akin to keeping away the phone
That last one just reminded me I have another episode of Succession to watch! Which I watch alone, enjoy, and count as “me time”. Some things are just worth watching, and, I would argue, add cultural value to your life.
Your videos are soooo addictive literally 👍
The best and my favorite youtuber. Very aesthetic and productive video.
Honestly dude you are the best and most effective content I get on RUclips.
I am SO glad you were on Mark Manson's podcast! Otherwise I never would have discovered your channel ☺️ Very cool video, thank you 😊
“Making tea for nurses”. Thank you Ali for supporting nurses!
great advice and love the idea of the alarm clock i feel like i stay on my phone way too long at night before bed
I really liked the video. Although I've been following your channel for years and I sort of knew where you were going, the final rule really caught me by surprise. I agree with you in the sense that most people are religious when it comes to media consumption, but not watching television can be life-changing if you're at least willing to try it out and replace it with something more meaningful.
As an igcse student dying to save time these days this is so helpful thank you :)
This video quality is crazy man keep it up
Loveeeee this. Thank you! What calendar do you use to do the color blocking ?
The last might actually be true i sincerly support you bro!🎉
Thank you for another great video, Ali!
Very helpful, thank you❤
Good wealth is built up with good habits. Nice vid, thanks Ali!
wow im so bad at time management thing throughout my whole life, but recently i got influenced by my bestie n these r exactly the tricks he taught me!!
Thanks Ali
This is very useful!
I sometimes watch comedy series while having lunch ,which is actually fun and refreshing , but watching TV before sleeping makes me not having the best sleep afterward
How I love your HP references 😂 the videos are incredible
Thank you!
Good habits and suggestions ❤ time management is the big challenge these days
ali i am very exited for your book please realese it fast.
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This is great! Thank you for the advice!
I definitely often think about TV or randomly scrolling social media. These are things I'm actively working on too. I find 20 minutes of The Office is a good switch off, but can get caught watching too much then when it's so good! Really interesting tips here! 🙂
Love your videos ali!!