Setting your happy hour routine
You don’t need more time — you need more clarity on your priorities
In the Project Your Life method, a “happy hour” is not about drinks at a bar — it’s about reserving focused, quality time every day for what truly matters to you.
Each day, you can create 1 to 4 “happy hours” dedicated to your life goals. These hours are allocated to SEAL (akronym for Sleeping well, Eating healthily, Activating body&mind, Learning just in time) and the 3 core life project areas:
- Myself
- Family & Friends
- Business
You don’t need more time — you need more clarity on your priorities. Everyone has the same 24 hours. The key is defining what matters enough to become a daily commitment. If your goals are important to you, then designing time to pursue them is a natural next step. Learn how to prioritize.
Your happy hour routine doesn’t need to be long or complicated. Even one hour per day — or less — can be life-changing when used with intention. And to make the routine sustainable, it should adapt to your chronotype (whether you’re a morning lark, night owl, or somewhere in between), your work schedule, and your energy flow throughout the day.
Designing your personal happy hour routine
Starting the day with self-care and activation gives you more clarity, energy, and focus to face the rest of your day
If you’re a morning lark, you might start your day with the SEAL and Myself happy hours. If you’re a night owl, you might prefer to do these in the evening, after your business day ends. The important thing is to define a rhythm that feels natural and energizing to you.
Here are some key questions to help tailor your schedule:
- How early can I realistically go to bed?
- How good is the quality of my sleep?
- What is the minimum sleep I need to feel well?
- How late can I start work and still meet my responsibilities?
Where possible, I recommend doing your SEAL happy hour first thing in the morning — even before your work begins. Starting the day with self-care and activation gives you more clarity, energy, and focus to face the rest of your day.
Another smart tip: schedule your happy hours near natural time boundaries — before or after work, school drop-offs, or meal breaks — so you’re less likely to skip them when the day gets busy.
Sample Happy Hour Routines by Chronotype
Even if you have only 5 minutes, treat them as your happy hour. A small check-in keeps your routine alive — and builds long-term consistency.
You don’t have to follow this table strictly. The only real rule is to keep each happy hour within the natural timeframe of its life area. You can define a regular time to help your mind remember, but keep flexibility — especially on travel days, sick days, or when family needs arise.
Even if you have only 5 minutes, treat them as your happy hour. A small check-in keeps your routine alive — and builds long-term consistency. The first 3–8 weeks are crucial to forming the habit.
Summary and practical tip:
In the Project Your Life method, a “happy hour” is a daily block of focused time dedicated to what truly matters — your health, your personal growth, your relationships, and your work goals. Rather than needing more time, you need greater clarity on your priorities. By scheduling 1 to 4 happy hours each day aligned with your energy and lifestyle — whether you’re a morning person or night owl — you create intentional space for consistent progress. The key is flexibility and sustainability: even a 5-minute check-in can keep the habit alive and build long-term momentum toward your most meaningful goals.
Practical tip: Never feel guilty for spending time with loved ones. Instead of reducing that time, find ways to bring synergy. Invite your partner or children to join you in your SEAL happy hour or during your Family & Friends projects. The real goal is not to do more alone — but to do better together.
Wishing You a FabuLux day! 😉
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