How does one wake up refreshed and eager to start the day? I wish I can give you the perfect answer. However, I can tell you a few ways I’ve been using to wake up and enjoy my mornings.
Salutations dearies, here are four ways I revamped my morning routine. I hope you enjoy and find them useful.
Use a distinct alarm that will reflect your sleeping schedule.
There are several apps that aim to wake you up during the optimal times based on your sleep cycle. Waking up during your light sleep is better than waking up when you’re in the middle of deep sleep. I currently use the Sleep as Android app. I set my alarm for 6 am, and my alarm wakes me between 5 am and 6 am. Of course, it’s optimal to have your device either on your bed or very close to you for more accurate results.
Search for ‘Smart Alarms’ or ‘Sleep Cycle’ when looking for an app for you to use.
If you don’t like having a device close to you at night, then I’d suggest setting a alarm for about 15 to 30 minutes earlier than you have to wake up.
Having a distinct alarm sound is also beneficial for waking up. It’s too often that I sleep through my alarms or enjoy them instead of waking up. Having the ring tone as a very loud and repetitive sound works nicely for me.
If you wake up within 30 mins before your alarm, do not go back to sleep. I’m sure we’ve all heard that snoozing makes you more tired than originally. I found it is best to try to stay awake.
Get out of bed for at least 10 minutes
It’s definitely a good idea to get out of bed upon waking up. Take a trip to the bathroom, wash your face, and have a glass of water. I find watching a vlog or reading a post helps wake me up a bit more, as well. You can do whatever you please that will help you. So go through your email, scroll on IG/ tik tok, do some morning stretches or yoga.
Don’t just make breakfast, create it!
What i mean is, make it eggs-citing! Have fun with it. Pick out a fancy mug you haven’t used in a while and a cute plate or bowl. Go all out as you can with plating and presentation. Make it feel like it’s another day at the Café. Think of it as not just coffee, but a latte with an extra shot of expresso, or maybe you’re having a hot americano.
Usually I go for a vanilla latte, a croissant, a side of eggs, and fruit. Something simple and filling. I’m not a fan of big greasy breakfasts, as I feel that will just tire me down.
The plus about breakfast is you can have it any time you want. If you’re not a big eater in morning, have it in the afternoon. The first meal of the day is what we call breakfast, don’t pressure yourself to have it strictly at 8 am.
What I wish someone told me earlier in life is breakfast doesn’t have to be limited to breakfast foods. Feel free to enjoy a sandwich, potatoes, or even soup. As long as it’s not too heavy.
Set daily goals and intentions
I enjoy waking up when I have a purpose or plan for the day. If I know that there is something I want to do or focus on then I have a reason to get up.
For me, making small goals is a way to overcome big tasks and goals. Divide and conquer! I look a good checklist including basics like making coffee and washing my face. Things I will definitely do, which means I start my day with 2 to three things already checked off. It’s a great way to get the ball rolling, feel accomplished and motivated to do more.
Is This Self Love? 