Mornings are the most crucial parts of our day. Our mood in the morning often dictates and sets the tone of our behaviour throughout the day. Morning routines have a big say in this.

What does it take to become an expert or master performer in doing something? 10,000 hours of practice. It's a common rule of thumb, popularised by Malcom Gladwell. This principle also applies to creating an everyday morning routine. Daily routines often require ardent determination and diligence when you start observing them at first.

We have come up with a helpful and practical list of morning routines that allow you to make the most of your day. Just don't forget that the snooze button is not your friend! 

Stretch and get some natural light

The first practical thing you should do when you wake up or your alarm rings is to get up, stretch, throw open those curtains right away and take in the mild brightness and light from the morning sun. This simple activity awakens your awareness and prompts your brain into action the best way.

Meditation

We already know that meditation is good for your health and it benefits your body and mind. Meditating in the early hours can also bring specific benefits to your life. Check out various meditation videos on the internet for guided meditations. 

Here is an example of a short guided meditation for your mornings: Link: https://youtu.be/j734gLbQFbU

Don’t Check Devices 

Though as enticing as it may be, try to avoid reaching for your smart-phone as soon as you wake up. 

Social media, emails, and messages can create a sense of stress in your mind before your feet even hit the floor. If you want to start your day off on a much more peaceful note, try to leave your phone alone for the first hour of being awake. 

Eat right and re-hydrate

Getting well hydrated by taking at least one glass of water is a good way to re-hydrate after 6-8 hours (sleep period) of not drinking anything at all. Likewise, eating breakfast is a very important part of a healthy and practical routine because it prevents you from eating too much for the rest of the day and it also provides all the required nutrients and energy to kick-start your day.

Exercising

Exercising the body is a huge part of our healthy and practicable morning routine. It is not a secret that a regular exercise routine can make you happier, smarter, and more energetic therefore, making your day a better experience to look forward to.

Put yourself in the driving seat by training your mind and body to be able to face all the tasks and difficulties that a new day brings. Ease into these routines and you can make adjustments by personalising and making changes to them so that they are realistic and result-oriented. Remember not to attempt too much at first as overloading could lead to disappointment and discouragement.

Kick-start your morning and have a fantastic day!