Our morning routines ground us. They center us for a productive day. A solid morning routine can lead to increased motivation for making healthier lifestyle choices as the day unfolds. Some ideas to incorporate:
Embrace Natural Light: Get natural light in your eyes (and skin) within an hour of waking up. Summer: 5-10 minutes. Winter: 30 minutes.
Move Your Body: Kickstart your day with some exercise, ideally outdoors in the fresh air. For an extra boost, aim to exercise in natural surroundings.
Delay the Coffee: Wait 90 minutes before drinking any caffeine to optimize energy levels.
Do Something That Makes You Happy: Add something delightful to your morning routine. Linger over your breakfast. Watch the birds. Listen to a favorite podcast.
Tefillah (Prayer): Choose a Tefillah or reflection to set the tone for your day. Compose a personal prayer to focus your intentions.
Rehydrate Your Body: Drink water shortly after waking up to kickstart your metabolism.
Invigorate with a Cold Shower: Awaken your senses with a 20-second to 1-3-minute cold shower. (Ideally, this is the last part of your shower.)
Connect with Someone: Reach out to someone different each day with a simple “Hello, I’m thinking of you” text or call to strengthen connections.
Journal Your Thoughts: Take a few moments to jot down your intentions for the day or express gratitude, fostering a positive mindset and an expansive outlook for the day.
