Ever wish you could become one of those rare morning people? The ones that wake with a start, feeling refreshed and energized... The ones that get in that morning workout or wrap up some work before many of us (yes, US) even hit the snooze button for the first time.
Here are five tips to help you achieve that early bird status!
Create a morning schedule. Physically write down the things you’d like to complete in the morning and set a time for each. Then stick with it. Once you force yourself out of bed early one or two weeks consistently, you’ll find it gets easier and easier to do.
Let there be Light. Whether natural or artificial, light tells your brain it's time to get up and get going. If your room lacks large windows where you can open the blinds up, consider investing in a timed lamp or alarm clock with a light.
Hydrate. Many like to eat soon after they awake; others prefer to delay breaking their fast for a while. Either way, drink plenty of water to give your insides a refreshing shower and help your body wake up fully.
Move! Whether it’s a short walk around your neighborhood or a rigorous 5:30 am spin class, getting your blood pumping will help wake up your body and has a ton of other benefits, like stress and anxiety reduction.
Feed your mind. Stimulate your brain and do something you enjoy first thing in the morning. Try reading a favorite book, catching up on the news, doing daily meditation, or setting intentions.
Converting from a night owl to a morning dove has been a lifelong struggle for me. The struggle is real - but worth it.
Stephanie Brooke Lennon is the author of Family Bank Blueprint, GoldQuest, and What Would Water Do? Simple Strategies for Navigating Life's Obstacles. Her titles are available in Paperback and Kindle on Amazon.com. Follow Stephanie Brooke on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Twitter, Amazon, and at ​BrookeLennon.com.