It is important to have a morning routine.Establishing a routine in the morning can help calm the waters and make you feel more in control of the day.It is possible for people who dislike a routine to learn how to make it a habit.
Step 1: Make a list of what to do in the morning.
It's helpful to know how much time is needed for your morning tasks.List the most important tasks.Preparing lunches, packing bags, showering, coffee/breakfast, waking others.If you can fit them in, add on more tasks.Make the bed, read email, walk the dog, wash dishes, and do laundry.Do you need more time or less time in the morning?If necessary, remove the lower priority tasks.
Step 2: Take a look at a first draft of your routine.
It's a good idea to try this before you have to start following a regular morning routine.A framework is a good way to start.Substitute your own tasks for those that aren't relevant.Make your bed, wake up, shower, and prepare coffee.Wake children and make sure they get up.Pack everyone's lunches and fix their breakfast.Children are getting ready and you need to eat your breakfast.Walk the children to the bus.Children are taken to school.Drive yourself and others to work.
Step 3: You should plan your sleep schedule.
Establishing a morning routine can be accomplished by following a regular schedule for going to bed and waking up.How many hours of sleep do you need?You don't have to rush to get ready if you schedule enough time in the morning.Staying on track will be easier if you stick with this sleep schedule.Don't listen to music or watch TV while sleeping.The light can negatively affect your sleep and the brain stimulation from the devices make it hard to "power down" your brain, so avoid electronic devices at least 30 minutes before bed.
Step 4: Allow yourself to be in your routine.
It can be difficult to go from no routine to a strict one, so start slowly for a few weeks.You don't have to start a morning routine right away.Work your way up if you wake up 10 or 20 minutes earlier.Add days, including weekends, when you begin your routine a few days a week.Keep a record of what works and what doesn't.Obstacles to your routine should be found and avoided.
Step 5: Determine tomorrow's tasks and goals.
It is possible to mentally prepare for your next day's events.You can decide which tasks need to be done tonight.Take note of appointments on paper, phone, or other device.Make a list of all the things that need to be done.
Step 6: The night before, do time- consuming tasks.
If your mornings usually involve a lot of tasks that slow you down, do them the night before to save yourself time and stress in the morning.Put your clothes and shoes away.The coffee machine can be set up with a timer.Pack your food and cook it.You should pack your bag with what you normally carry.Take out your car keys, bus pass, and anything else you need to get to your destination.To save time in the morning, shower before bed.
Step 7: Next day's exercise is something you should plan.
It is possible to plan your physical activity the day before if you have trouble sticking to an exercise routine.If it is part of your daily plan, you are less likely to skip it.Pick the time, duration, and place for your exercise.You can confirm the date with any of your friends.The night before, pack your gym bag or other necessities.
Step 8: Pick the most effective ways to wake up.
Some people prefer to wake slowly and quietly, while others like to start the day with activity and noise.It will be easier to stick to your morning routine if you choose the most pleasant wake up experience.When you wake up, set the alarm on your music device or TV.You won't be tempted to use your electronic devices when you wake up.You don't want to go back to bed when you wake up.
Step 9: You can exercise or move your body.
It will help to get you moving and it will also have health benefits.Right away, make your bed.Do chores that were done last night, such as emptying the dish rack or picking up clothes.Take a few minutes to ease into more activity.Jump jacks or pushups are a few minutes of calisthenics.
Step 10: Have a few minutes of quiet or meditate.
If you put aside time to plan your day, it can be the perfect start to the day.It's a good idea to put a quiet space away from people, pets, and electronics.Don't let anyone interrupt your quiet time.
Step 11: Eat breakfast.
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.After a fast for 8 hours, your body and brain need fuel.If you plan your breakfast the night before, it will be easier to eat in the morning.A glass of water has many health benefits.Fruits, dairy products, eggs, meat, soy, and grains are some of the healthiest foods and drinks.
Step 12: Evaluate your schedule if it goes off track.
The most disciplined people sometimes slip out of their routine.You can get back on track if you think about the things that make your routine break down.There are obstacles that get in the way.Don't forget the consequences of not keeping your routine.
Step 13: Your routine should be rewarding.
Staying motivated can help you stick with your routine.It's a good idea to have your favorite morning beverage and make it special on certain days.If you like quiet and solitude in the morning, schedule an extra time slot.Motivational notes can be used to remind you of your progress.Take into account the benefits of your routine and how it makes you feel.
Step 14: Address your losses.
It is possible that you have lost time doing things you need or enjoy due to your morning routine.It is important that the loss does not affect your motivation.If sleep loss is making you tired, go to sleep earlier.Extra effort should be made to spend time with anyone who may feel neglected because of your morning routine.
Step 15: You should keep a record of your routine.
A visual record of your routine can keep you motivated to stick to it.You can see your progress if you keep track of when you started.Your routine can be tracked daily, weekly, and monthly.
Step 16: A friend to help.
You can find someone in your life who also needs a morning routine and stick with it.They can give you their best tips on keeping on track.It's a good idea to keep in touch with your buddy every week about your progress.