7 Steps to the Best Morning Routine

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I often say that I’m not a creature of habit, but there is one thing that always stays consistent in my life – my morning routine. I pretty much do the same thing every morning. It may vary depending on if it’s a hair wash day. But it is pretty consistent. Having a morning routine is necessary to start the day off well.  We are more alert in the mornings, which is why it’s the perfect time to perform important tasks. If your mornings are usually chaotic, establishing a routine can help you feel more in control of the day. Even someone like myself that struggles with consistency has learned how to create a routine and made it a habit.

Here are seven ways to kick start your morning:

1. Get Enough Sleep: Sleep is so important for your physical health. Getting a good night’s rest can lead to better esteem, prevent headaches, help you make better decisions and lead to a better sex life.

2. Waking Up: Decide on the most effective ways for waking up. Not everyone is the same. I like to wake up naturally – slowly and quietly. I have a sunlight alarm clock that simulates a sunrise and wakes me up gradually. Choosing the best wake-up experience will start your morning routine on the right foot.

3. Lemon Water: Freshly squeezed lemons in lukewarm water can help promote digestion, start your metabolism, alkalize the body and boost your immunity.  But you need to drink it first thing in the morning. Keep a pitcher of room temperature water and lemons on hand, and each morning, squeeze the juice from a lemon into a cup of water and drink.

4. Meditate or Moments to Yourself: Meditation is the art of silencing the mind. When the mind is silent, concentration is increased and we experience inner peace. A moment of silence is a great way to soothe the mind and get it ready for the turmoil of the day. Resist the urge to check your email or social media. Your time in the morning should be reserved just for you.

5.  Set and affirm your goals for the day: When we first wake up in the morning we have a great deal of influence over how our day will unfold. It’s the perfect time to say affirmations to redirect your negative thoughts in your mind and create a space for positive thoughts.

6. Bathroom: That’s pretty self explanatory.

7. Breakfast: It’s the most important meal of the day. Eating breakfast in the morning can give you energy, satisfy your appetite, prevent you from overeating and set the stage for smart decisions all day long.

I’m always listening to music when I’m getting ready for work in the morning.  Studies have shown that listening to music can lift your mood and ultimately lead to a greater quality of life.  People can boost their mood simply by listening to upbeat music. I don’t know about you, but it always puts me in a good mood.  It’s the only way I can get moving that early.

The acoustics in my bathroom aren’t that great so I use an external speaker connected via Bluetooth to my iPad or iPhone to hear the audio. The speaker of choice is the Infinity One portable speaker. Why? Because it’s small, portable, wireless and provides excellent sound. I need something light that I can carry from the bathroom to the bedroom and back.

The Infinity One portable speaker is one of the best Bluetooth speakers on the market. The compact size of the speaker also makes for a great travel companion. You an buy yours here.

My morning routine sound style in the morning is listening to the Tamia station on Pandora. What’s your overall sound style? Take this quiz and find out.

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How do you start your day?