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Are you looking for ways to make your mornings easier and more efficient? Making a morning routine might be the perfect solution for you! There are so many benefits to having a consistent morning routine, such as improved productivity, better sleep, and increased mental clarity. With some simple changes and thoughtful habits, you can make mornings your favorite time of day. I choose to start each day in a way that will put me in the right mindset to have a great day. Find out how I choose joy each morning as part of my morning routine.
What My Morning Routine Looks Like
Rise and shine: I am not a morning person. I try to wake up fairly early, but I am definitely not one of those people who are up and functioning before 6:00 am. I start by drinking at least 8 oz. of water. I prep my tumbler the night before and have it in the fridge so it’s nice and cold for the next day. I take my vitamins and supplements with my first glass of water too.
Get ready for the day: I jump in the shower and get ready to take on the day. Most days I work from home, but I still try to get ready to feel my best each day.
Coffee and breakfast: Next up, I make my cup of coffee. I love my coffee bar setup and making a morning cup of coffee that feels fancy with my milk frother. I don’t typically have a big breakfast during the week, but I try to at least eat something like a bagel, breakfast bar, or protein shake.
Journal: With coffee in hand, I pull out my gratitude journal and one of my favorite pens. The prompts are simple, nothing overly complicated. I write down a few things that I’m grateful for from the past 24 hours. These are specific little things, not all-encompassing ones. It could be the sunshine on the run I took the day before or that I had a great catch-up session with a friend. Focus on the small things. Sometimes you have to look a little harder, but they are there. Promise!
The second part is writing down ten big goals, written as if I’ve already accomplished them. Writing these out each morning helps to keep me focused on where I’m going and what I’m working towards. One of the goals I wrote down in my first journal was that “I ran a half marathon” and I was able to replace that with a new dream many months later!
Review tasks and appointments for the day: I make my priority list and schedule for the day the night before, but I look over my day after I journal. This sets my intentions and I can focus on what the day has in store for me. I know we are all busy and have to-do lists a mile long, but something that is super helpful is selecting three items each day that will help you make the most progress to reach your goals and make those three things non-negotiable. Get those done first and you’ll have accomplished something meaningful…and not just the laundry!
Personal or business development: I read or listen to a podcast for 15-30 minutes depending on the day. This is typically either personal development or business related. I am always trying to better myself and learn new things so it is important that I make time for it. Then I’m ready to take on my work for the day!
This routine isn’t exhaustive, and it changes with the seasons and my needs. But the core principle remains the same: choosing joy, actively seeking small moments of peace, and starting my day with intention.
The beauty of choosing joy in the morning is that it ripples outward. It affects how I approach my work, how I navigate challenges, and how I interact with the world. It’s not about ignoring reality; it’s about equipping myself with a positive mindset to face whatever comes my way.
I invite you to explore your own path to joyful mornings. Experiment, tweak, and most importantly, be kind to yourself. Remember, joy isn’t found in a specific routine; it’s a conscious choice, a commitment to finding the light even in the early hours. Start your day with a smile, and watch the sunshine spill over into every corner of your life.
