In the hustle and bustle of modern life, finding moments of tranquility can seem like an impossible feat. Yet, there exists a hidden gem that has the potential to transform your days and elevate your overall well-being—the morning routine.
Beyond a simple series of tasks, a well-crafted morning routine can set the tone for the rest of your day and unlock a cascade of positive effects in various aspects of your life.
Whilst you may think there’s no point in a morning routine, or have a ‘yeah but my life doesn’t allow for that’ attitude, read this post and see if you can have your mind changed. Whilst the mornings that the California based influencers preach are a pipe dream for most, there’s possibly a way to create more space in your mornings with a little planning.
Morning Routines - How they help
Most people think that a morning routine is just about indulgence, and giving you time to relax ahead of the day. Whilst that works for some, arguably a better way to look at a morning routine is to ‘set up’ your day. By getting ahead of your tasks, you’ll free up more time for a relaxed day.
Here’s a few ways a morning routine can help you…
Boosting Productivity and Goal Achievement
Successful individuals often attribute their achievements to disciplined morning routines. By establishing a set of activities that align with your goals, you can kickstart your day with purpose and direction. Whether it's dedicating time to work on a passion project, setting specific goals for the day, or engaging in strategic planning, a morning routine enhances productivity and creates a roadmap for success.
You might be able to make a lunch, check emails, schedule your day etc without distraction. That could free up time later.
Physical Wellness: Nourishing the Body and Soul
A morning routine is an opportune time to prioritise physical well-being. Incorporating activities like exercise, a nutritious breakfast, and hydration into your morning can jumpstart your metabolism, increase energy levels, and promote overall health. Physical wellness is not only vital for your body but also has a profound impact on your mood, enhancing your ability to tackle the day with enthusiasm.
If you get your workout done early, you’ll have more energy throughout the day and will save time in the evening.
Cultivating Consistency and Discipline
Consistency is the key to success in any endeavor. A well-established morning routine fosters discipline by creating a structured start to each day. The act of consistently adhering to your routine instills a sense of accomplishment and builds the foundation for long-term success. Over time, the discipline cultivated in the morning extends its influence into other areas of your life.
If you’ve already created the foundations of a great day in the morning, you start with a positive mindset. Clearing email, making lunch, exercising… By 9.00 am you’ve already achieved plenty!
How to create time for a morning routine…
You might look at your life and convince yourself you’ve not got time for a morning routine. That might be right, but it makes a couple of big assumptions…
A morning routine takes a lot of time
You’re currently running your life in the most optimal way possible
A morning routine doesn’t have a set time frame. It could be 10 minutes or 2 hours. It’s just designed to help set you up for the day.
Here’s an example of a morning routine that could work…
6.30: Wake up, get dressed
6.45: Coffee, make breakfast (if you have one) and lunch for the day
7.00: 45 Minute workout
7.45: Shower, get ready for work
8.15: Check email, schedule your day (personal and professional)
9.00: Start work
Now of course this is an example, and it might not work for you. A version of it might do though. If you followed something like this, you’ve already achieved a good number of important and helpful tasks for the day. Tasks that will make you fitter, healthier and more productive. They’ll also save you time later on, giving you your evening back!
It’s individual to your circumstances. You might have kids to consider, in which case a morning workout possibly isn’t an option, but the rest would be. It might mean you have to get up earlier, but that would be paid back by an earlier night in the evening.
The point is, don’t dismiss the idea of a morning routine as a waste of time. Done correctly, there’s plenty of benefits of a morning routine.
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