Practice Mindset, Preparing to Practice

Preparing to practice is the space between our intention and playing the first note. My ideal routine?

1. I'm rested
2. I'm hydrated
3. I'm not rushed
4. I've got my materials, "ready at hand"
5. I've thought about todays work in light of my long term goals
6. I've written down my plan
7. I'm prepared mentally to focus on just a few things
8. I'm comfortably dressed
9. I've stretched
10. I'll start by listening or watching a few masters play to set off some endorphins of joy
    
11. I start

best, 

​David Story