How you begin your morning sets the tone for the rest of your day, so how do you prepare to seize the day?
If your mornings are rushed, hectic, and disheveled, then more than likely, your day will be too. But imagine if you started off the day with ease and intention. You’d have a better chance of setting yourself up for smooth sailing ahead, and that is the power of a morning routine!
A morning ritual should help prepare you mentally, physically, and spiritually for your day ahead. It’s a series of actions that can have a major impact on your life if practiced consistently. Studies show morning routines have the ability to:
- Increase happiness
- Boost self-confidence
- Help reduce procrastination
- Improve overall performance
Plus, for busy moms especially, the early hours might be the best chance to fit some much-needed me-time into your day, so take full advantage of your morning routine! You don’t have to let today’s to-do list consume you from the time you wake up. Instead, take things slow and savor a couple of hours of peace and quiet while you can.
The best part about a morning ritual is that it’s uniquely yours. What works for someone else, might not work for you, so let’s try this out for yourself. A good morning routine is well-rounded and prepares you to be your best self. So, are you ready to build some productive habits? Then mix and match items from the check-list below to create your perfect morning ritual!
Physical Wellbeing
- Stretch.
- Go on a walk.
- Cook a filling breakfast.
- Do a workout routine.
- Put on a cute outfit.
Mental Wellbeing
- Spend time journaling.
- Read a book.
- Meditate.
- Tidy up your space.
- Schedule out today’s tasks.
Spiritual Wellbeing
- Make a graititude list.
- Set an intention for that day.
- Speak positive affirmations.
- Pray.
- Vizualize your success.
There you have it. I hope that your new morning routine makes your days flow a bit easier. And if you added more elements to your morning routine than what’s above, share it with me in the comments!