Jodi has three kids under five and a demanding job. She keeps everything on track by being regimented in her routines.

It works. She gets enough sleep, eats fairly well, and stays fit. Her days are rinse-repeat.

Most of the time, she doesn't mind this. She can see how consistency helps her accomplish what's most important. She knows there will be other seasons in her life when she has time for hobbies or adventures. But sometimes her routines start to feel stale and monotonous.

Most of us will have seasons like Jodi's, when we're managing ourselves well but doing that through tightly orchestrated routines, with little wiggle room for deviations.

These seasons might happen when you're training for a demanding career , balancing several jobs, caring for a new baby, or involved in a t

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