A great start to your morning sets the tempo for the rest of your day. Hence, it’s important for you to begin the day on the right note. Here are some routines to help you start a stress-free day
#1 BE AN EARLY RISER
Though waking up early may sound stressful for some, it gives you more time to enjoy the rest of your day. Those extra hours in the morning can bring many benefits to your mental and physical health when utilised effectively.
Meditation or a simple exercise routine is a good start. This can help prepare you to complete tasks during the day.
#2 ABSTAIN FROM CHECKING YOUR PHONE THE MOMENT YOU WAKE UP
There is a lot going on in social media lately with many hard news going viral. Seeing or reading something negative first thing in the morning may trigger your stress response and put you on edge for the rest of the day.
The quiet space you get when you wake up helps you take a breather and further solidify your mental fortitude to go about your day.
#3 ENGAGE IN MORNING WORKOUTS
Exercising in the morning is the perfect time because that’s when you’ve not begun to tackle your day-to-day tasks.
It’s also a time where you’re less likely to receive calls, emails and texts.
With less distractions, it’s easier to follow through on early morning workouts.
#4 DON’T FORGET YOUR BREAKFAST
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so make it count! Ensure that your breakfast is a well-balanced one as it will give you some much needed energy to go about your day.
An ideal breakfast consists of food that is typically high in fibre, protein, healthy fats, and micronutrients. A few good examples would be fruits, egg sandwiches packed with vegetables and oatmeal.
#5 TRY SOME AFFIRMATIONS FOR THE DAY
Positive affirmations serve as inspirations and reminders to some. These affirmations help you focus on your goals and can cultivate a goal-achieving mindset. This can benefit our mental health and help push us to complete our day-to-day tasks successfully.
Something as simple as “I can do this!” is also counted as an affirmation.
Sources: Psychology Today, Healthline
