Have you ever felt really tired after a long day, but when you think about it, you didn’t really get a lot done?
You were busy all day, but you didn’t finish the things you wanted to.
This might be because you’re spending too much time on stuff that’s not that important.
The first 4 hours after you wake up are super important.
They can set the mood for your whole day.
If you use this time to do things that aren’t helpful or important, you might feel tired and not want to do anything for the rest of the day.
So, it’s really important to do the right things in the morning!
The Digital Detox:
When you wake up, do your fingers want to start swiping through your messages and emails?
You’re not alone. Many of us sleep with our phones by our sides.
But jumping into the digital world first thing in the morning, even though it seems harmless, can make it hard for you to think straight.
Try this instead: put your phone far away. Buy a good alarm clock from the past.
Start your day by reading a few pages from a book that makes you feel good or writing down your thoughts in a journal.
Start your day with a moment of mindfulness, a short prayer, or just being in the moment.
Find what works best for you and say it every morning.
Many of us think that we can’t get through the day without our morning cup of coffee.
But the quick boost of energy it gives us can leave us tired and jittery later.
Try starting your day with a glass of warm water with a squeeze of lemon and a drizzle of honey instead.
This simple habit can help you stay hydrated and get rid of toxins that have built up in your body overnight.
The Myth of Multitasking:
In our fast-paced world, doing more than one thing at once has become the norm.
But doing too many things at once can make it hard to focus and lower the quality of our work.
Try this instead: do one thing at a time. More often, say “no.” Don’t let anything pull you away.
If you want to stay focused, you might want to use an app that blocks social media for a certain amount of time.
The Priority Puzzle:
If you don’t set your priorities for the day, you might find yourself being pulled in many different directions.
Try this instead: make plans for the next day the night before.
Make a list of things you need to do and pick the most important thing to do that day.
Take care of this One Big Target first thing in the morning before moving on to other things.
The Sunshine Shortage:
How much time do you spend in the sun?
Many of us spend most of our time indoors, which can mess up our sleep cycles and hurt our health.
Try this instead: make it a daily habit to stand in the sun for at least 20 minutes.
Take a slow walk, plan a hike for the weekend, or just spend time outside with your family.
In the end, what you do in the morning can set the tone for the rest of the day.
By avoiding these five common mistakes in the morning, you can make your day more productive and full of energy.
Remember that making small changes to your daily routine can lead to big changes over time.
So, get up and shine to get off to a great start!
