Starting your mornings on a good note sets the tone for the rest of your day. And what is the best way to help help ensure your mornings are hiccup-free? Have a morning routine that you stick to. Here are some tips to start your day with positivity and purpose.
Avoid Hitting the Snooze Button
Hitting the snooze button is tempting, and getting an extra five minutes of sleep may seem harmless. But five minutes can turn into 15, which can turn into 30, setting your whole morning behind. Instead, find ways to wake up when your alarm goes off. Some ideas include keeping your phone or alarm in a place that forces you to get out of bed, presetting your coffee machine to start when your alarm goes off, and using sunrise lights.
Pro Tip – If you go to bed the night before at a time that allows you to get the rest you need, you will be less likely to need the extra sleep.
Wash Your Face
In addition to the hygiene benefits of washing your face each morning, this morning ritual can help you wake up and feel alert. It is also a mindfulness practice that reduces stress levels and encourages self-care.
Drink Water
Drinking water is necessary for staying hydrated and healthy, so your day should start with a tall glass of water. Hydrating first thing in the morning helps you feel good, stay focused, and boost productivity. Drink water before your morning coffee – it combats dehydration caused by caffeinated drinks.
Meditate
Meditation supports your mental health, improves focus, and lowers stress, among other benefits. It is a must in any morning routine to get your day on a positive path. While you meditate, you can say positive affirmations in your head as you focus on your breathing, putting you in a state of calmness and readiness for the day ahead.
Note – Meditation can last as short or as long as your schedule allows!
Eat a Balanced Breakfast
Having breakfast each morning doesn’t just give you the fuel to start the day; it is also a form of self-nurturing. Taking time to think about what you want to eat, making the food, and enjoying it is a form of self-care. It doesn’t have to be an elaborate breakfast as long as it is healthy, filling, and brings you joy.