Not everyone is a morning person. Some of us stumble out of bed and struggle to make it out the door on time. But what we do in the morning feeds the rest of the day. Here are a few morning habits that can set you up for success all day.
Keep Your Phone on its Charger
Do you start scrolling through emails and swiping through social media before you get out of bed? You may be jumping into the day with the wrong mindset. Staying away from emails and social media during the first hour of the day lets you establish a positive outlook, gives you time to reflect, and allows you to accomplish early goals before feeling rushed and pressured about the day’s schedule.
Make the Bed
It takes only minutes, but making your bed has a significant impact on your outlook. Aside from helping your bedroom look tidy, making the bed lets you check something off your to-do list first thing in the morning and provides an immediate sense of accomplishment.
Drink Water
Staying hydrated throughout the day starts as soon as you wake up. A glass of cold water will help you feel energized. Or swap out a cup of coffee for a mug of hot water with lemon. This simple practice will jump-start your metabolism and support your immune system.
Exercise
Whether it’s a yoga routine in your living room, laps at an indoor pool or a visit to the gym, exercise is a great way to start the day. Not only will a morning workout help you stay physically healthy, but it can also help battle anxiety. Exercising in the morning has the added benefit of increasing energy levels in a way that will sustain you throughout the day.
Organize Your Day
Spend five peaceful minutes looking over the plan for the day, without letting it overwhelm you. Look at your schedule and commit at least the bulk of it to memory so that you know where you need to be at what times. Then, simplify your to-do list. Narrow the list to the top three to five priorities and establish a plan for accomplishing each item.
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