A good morning routine plays a significant role in setting the tone for your day. Your goal is to be intentional about your mornings because the way you spend your AM hours determines your overall productivity throughout the day. Morning hours are precious and should be handled with care.
Whether you usually wake up feeling alert and productive or on the contrary, there are a few adjustments that you can make to your morning routine to start your day right. They include the following.
Snooze Your Smartphone
One of the first things that most people do as soon as they get out of bed is to check their smartphones. Whether you do this to check for an important email or scroll through your social media platforms, it could be harming your day significantly.
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Checking your smartphone and other forms of technology early in the morning could cultivate a reactive mindset rather than a proactive one. It can make your day start in a defensive state, rather than peacefully and with a sense of inner control. You should, therefore, aim to remain detached from technology at least during the first hour of your day.
Practice Gratitude
Taking a few moments to take note of the things that you are grateful for before you get out of bed can have a positive impact on your day. Doing this makes you feel happy while signalling the brain to release neurotransmitters which can relax your body, lift your mood and lower your heart rate.
Eat a Healthy Breakfast
You have probably heard several times that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. In addition to boosting your energy levels throughout the day, a healthy breakfast can reduce the chances of obesity, reduce hunger throughout the day and give you stable blood sugar levels. It also gives you more intensive concentration for longer periods.
It is, therefore, essential to cook up a healthy breakfast as you start your day. Consider adding all the nutrients in the right proportions as you do to other meals. You may also opt to have a cup of the best coffee or tea to stay energized.
Meditate
Mindful practices such as meditation have an overall positive impact on your morning routine. Meditating as soon as you wake up can help you achieve emotional stability and peace of mind. In turn, it influences how you handle the challenges faced throughout the day.
Meditation is also a great way to set your intention and goals for the day. It helps you clearly outline what you want to accomplish throughout the day and make clear decisions for the day.
Make Your Bed
Although making your bed may seem like an unimportant or unnecessary routine, it can be a great way to start your day. Accomplishing this simple task can help to boost your self-esteem while reinforcing cleanliness and tidiness in your space. It can also build the foundation to take on more complex and challenging tasks throughout the day.
Remember that how you start your day is also influenced by the way you ended the previous day. You should, therefore, develop the habit of getting enough sleep for a well-rested body and mind.