Everyone could use a little extra boost in the morning. Starting your day off well perpetuates a continued great day. Whether you cooked yourself breakfast, had time to put the perfect outfit together, and actually remembered to bring everything you needed to the office, small victories in the morning boost your confidence to continue doing great things throughout the day.
So whether you could use more time, energy, or need a better way to get organized, here are a few ways that you can jumpstart your morning.
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Play Music In the Background
Putting on some music as you get dressed will help you glide you through your morning routine. Throw on an uplifting station on Pandora and you’ll move at a much quicker pace than trying to go through the motions of the morning in silence.
Set Your Alarm 15 Minutes Earlier
Setting an extra alarm will help you actually wake up on time, especially if you’re prone to hitting the snooze button three or four times a morning.
Read an Inspirational Quote
Reading an inspirational quote via an app or book right when you awake will not only stimulate your brain, but will set a positive outlook for the day.
Put Your Alarm Across The Room
Put your phone or alarm clock in a place where you have to make a significant effort to turn it off. It’ll force you out of bed.
Make Time for Breakfast At Home
This has lots of advantages, as breakfast is an important meal, and you’ll save money by not stopping by the bakery every morning. Whether it’s an omelet and pancakes or a simple bowl of cereal, squeeze in at least 10 minutes into your morning for a breakfast.
Plan Your Outfit Ahead of Time
Planning a weeks worth of outfits or just the night before, will save you a ton of time by not changing your outfit twenty times trying to find the perfect look.
Let Some Light In
Open your blinds. Leave them slightly open to let the sunlight into your room. Light stimulates the mind and will give you a boost of energy to get up and start the morning.
Do Five Minute Yoga
Download a yoga app and do a five minute pose every morning. This will awaken your body, mind, and put you in a good mood for the day.
Water or Tea Instead of Coffee
You may rely on a cup of coffee to perk you up, but studies show drinking a glass of water with lemon or a cup of green tea is much more beneficial and refreshing.
Shower In The Morning
Most people shower at night to save time in the morning, but waiting to shower in the morning force you to wake up at a decent time, and the hot water will awaken your senses for the day.