Yes, I agree. How you start off is so important. I think the best indicator for a productive day is if you're in a position where you're already started on work by the time your peak discipline kicks in. If I fall behind, I find myself doing daily routines at peak discipline, which is a waste. I want to be at the point in my day when I have to push myself when I have the discipline to do it. I think that's why routines are so important.

Great article!