For many of us, the morning ritual consists of rushing between coffee, makeup, the wardrobe, and breakfast. All of this leads to the moment when, fully dressed and ready, we realize that we’ve actually forgotten something extremely important. This causes stress to kick in, which reflects on the rest of the day.
However, when we prioritize ourselves and our self-care, things look different. Here are a few suggestions for a morning routine that can change the “game”:
Put Yourself Before Your Phone
Most likely, the first thing you reach for when you wake up is your phone. But scrolling through social media “steals” the time that we could actually spend with ourselves. Tip – unless there’s something truly urgent, it’s better to leave the phone aside and start your day by taking care of yourself – with something that each of us should choose for ourselves. What’s something you regularly don’t have time for in the mornings? Maybe that’s exactly where you should start.
Start with 5 More Minutes
To do this, you only need to wake up 5 minutes earlier. These 5 minutes might seem insignificant, but they can actually be the key to starting your day with calm, focus, and positivity. What can you do in these 5 minutes? For example, they could be used to organize your thoughts, review your tasks for the day, stretch, read a few pages of a book, enjoy the silence, or meditate. Small steps lead to big changes, and it all starts with giving a little time to yourself.
Focus on What Truly Matters to You
Mornings are the perfect time to focus on what really matters to you. Instead of getting lost in small tasks, start your day with activities that support your personal goals or energize you. When you begin the day with tasks that bring you satisfaction, it sets a positive tone for the entire day.
Evaluate Your Steps
It’s easy to abandon the positive steps you’ve taken when something goes wrong, but it’s important to appreciate the efforts you’ve made. And remember, when you tell yourself that you don’t have time for self-care, it’s precisely that care that you need the most.
Mornings set the mood and pace for the entire day. By taking time for yourself and prioritizing what really matters, we can begin our day with more calm, focus, and satisfaction. Small steps, like giving yourself 5 minutes or doing important activities early in the morning, can help us build a more positive and fulfilled version of our day. Don’t forget to appreciate the effort you put in, because it’s the foundation for long-term success and personal well-being.
