Top Highlights

• Our routines need balance between what we want to do and what we have to do, and we need to have a middle ground between enjoyable activities and responsibilities.
• The middle ground is creating a routine that is solid but includes opportunity for change and
• Routines are about structure that is ongoing, predictable, and repeating. Structure keeps us from getting stuck in symptoms and is the foundation for building a satisfying life. Use the My Routines and Schedule worksheet (below) to structure your days, and be sure to follow it.
• Be careful not to build too much structure into your routine. Routines also need space for flexibility and novelty. Make sure you explicitly leave space to try new activities or be spontaneous.
• we need to learn skills to replace behaviors that do not work and to address problems that cause difficulties in how we function in life.