You know the feeling; your alarm clock goes off and that flicker of panic sets in. You have to face another stressful day, and who knows what could happen? You finally drag yourself out of bed, only to be feeling groggy and restless. You lack motivation and just want to snuggle right back under your covers and avoid everyone and everything. I know this feeling all too well, and I figured that it was about time I started making some changes. Not anything too complicated because as an avid night owl, there’s only so much I can handle trying to do in the morning. I’ve decided to share some simple yet effective ways to start your day right.
- Stretch! This is probably the easiest thing you can do when you’re waking up. Simply stretching in the morning has so many benefits; it helps give you energy for the day, increases blood flow for attentiveness, and eases any muscle aches you may have.
- Make your bed! It’s an uncomplicated way to be more productive, diminish your stress, and feel more organized for the rest of the day. Once you do it enough, it will most likely become a regular habit.
- Coffee! I think this one is pretty self-explanatory.
- Music! Put on an upbeat song to instantly improve your mood. Music is therapeutic, and this unmistakably comforts me when I’m not feeling up to par in the morning.
- Sticky notes! Writing positive messages on colorful Post-it notes is a fun and inspiring way to begin your day with a smile. I like to put them on the mirror the night before so I can read them while I’m getting ready in the morning. Try writing encouraging quotes, creative goals to strive for throughout the day, or even just a message that simply celebrates YOU.
- Calling all dog owners! Personally, my dogs always brighten my day no matter what. Nothing beats waking up to big smiles, wagging tails, and slobbery kisses. In the morning, I like to give my dogs a big hug and then let them outside for a bathroom break. The instantaneous fresh air is an added benefit.
- Drink water! Water is a little harder for me to drink in the morning. For some reason, I have no trouble downing that first cup of deliciously strong coffee, but I can hardly stand taking a single sip of water. However, research has indicated that drinking water first thing in the morning prevents dehydration, speeds up your metabolism, and clears out toxins. So I try to persevere through it.
- Most importantly, do something you love! Whether it is painting, writing, reading, watching television or a movie, running, or whatever, do it in the morning. You’ll have something to look forward to. This is about you, and you’re allowed to be selfish. Beginning your morning by doing something you love will be certain to brighten the remainder of your day.
What’s your morning ritual?
Love this! Not a morning person either! I’ll be trying a few of these tricks. Thanks!!
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Now this is a great post! I too seriously dislike mornings 😦 and too often dread what the day might bring. Awesome tips. I try to do Sun salutations when I wake up (when I’m not in a lazy mood) coffee I drink by the gallon 🙂 fab
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I have a weird schedule & need to take some of this wise young person’s advice !
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I’m not a morning person, Thanks to my mother’s DNA & neural – wiring, I’ve been an insomniac for several decades. I need to take some of your advice !
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A true and very original post. It seems you put your heart in to it from the day one. And that’s the only way to do it.
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Beautiful. Waking up is my most hated time of the day. This was a really pleasant post, enjoyed reading.
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What a lovely post you have here. I like your sticky note tip, doing something you love, and of course coffee! Love your Flushing Park photo too. Cheers to more happy mornings!
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Loving the motivational tips, I’ll be sure to try them out…:)
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Such a fabulous post. Starting the day with all of your tips makes mornings happier. Good job!
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Lovely post… In my case, I just sit quietly for sometime admiring the fresh looking people walking, hurrying on the streets…
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Few years back, I was very lazy on the bed. One day a friend of mine gave me a nice idea helped her to overcome the same problem. “Don’t let for lazy feelings, just jump from the bed instantly when you wake up” I’m still on the way………..
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