Mornings, some people are fans of it, others prefer to stay in bed as long as possible. Do you want to become a morning person? These are ten tips for your morning ritual so that you get the most out of your day.
Sit quietly for your breakfast
In the morning we are often in a hurry and we eat our breakfast quickly, standing or even walking. We know that life is sometimes unpredictable and we agree that it is better to eat in a hurry than not eat at all. If the chaos of the morning allows it, we really recommend taking some time for your breakfast. Sit quietly and focus on your food. This is your moment of peace before you have to go into your busy life.
Avoid snoozing
Snoozing is sometimes so tempting. Still, it’s not very good for your productivity. Staying in bed longer means that you have less time for your morning routine. And that is of course not the intention. Therefore, try to get up as soon as your alarm goes off and get some sunlight immediately. This way you wake up straight away.
Get your outfit ready the night before
Your time is scarce in the morning. Choosing your outfit takes a lot of time. Because what if this one top looks nicer with those pants, or is this sweater not better? To avoid outfit stress in the morning, we recommend preparing your outfit the night before. Saves you a lot of hassle.
Start your day with a glass of water
We must drink enough water to stay healthy. Drinking water is necessary, but we sometimes forget. Before you go to sleep, put a glass of water on your bedside table so that you can hydrate yourself as soon as you leave your bed.
make your bed
For some people, making the bed is an indispensable part of the morning routine, while others simply leave it alone. Still, it makes you feel tidy and organized when you do it.
Get some exercise
A good way to start your day is with some exercise. For example, do some yoga before you get ready for the day or go for a walk. If you have a dog you have a great excuse to wake up in the fresh air.
Leave your phone for a while
Checking your emails or apps is very tempting in the morning. However, we do not recommend this. In the morning you need to focus on yourself and what you need to do to get ready for the day. Leave your phone on silent until you’re ready to start your day. This way your morning ritual becomes a moment for yourself.
Make a to-do list
Once you’re ready to start your day, it’s good to know exactly what needs to be done. Write down for yourself what really needs to be done today. Think of preparing that one meeting, writing that one email and, for example, the messages. Write your list in a logical order. For example, start with the most important thing and work your way down.
Set your goals for the day
In addition to writing a to-do list, you can also set goals for your day. Think about how many steps you want to take, how much work you would like to do, but also how many breaks you will take. These kinds of things require willpower and writing them down serves as a stick behind the door.
Put on music
There’s nothing more fun than getting ready for the day while singing and dancing along to your favorite songs. Make a playlist with your favorite songs and listen to it in the morning. This way you always start your day in a good mood.
