| Is there such a thing? It’s kind of like the most important meal of the day. Which is the breakfast. Not because of what you eat or how much, more like because that is the first bite of the day. Upon wakening the best thing to do is to immediately go outside and have light/sun exposure. I know we don’t have much of that in the UK, however you can still get some natural light. And whatever we have – that is enough to kickstart that natural process of wakening within the body. A couple of deliberate breaths can also go a long way of letting our respiratory system know that we’re ready for the day to stimulate wakefulness. A few extra stretches can also be helpful – I usually stretch my back and hamstrings for 2-3mins. And if the weather allows, I sit down outside and directly expose myself to the sun/light and meditate for 5mins. 5mins is crucial as I probably won’t have time for more, as I am busy preparing breakfast or starting working. This light exposure actually has an affect on sleep and how tired or ready we’re going to feel by the evening. So, if we’re trying to go against mother nature and our own internal clock system, I guarantee you’re going to feel like crap. And that’s what I want you to take away from this post – you can get back in control and start to feel better just by optimising your own internal clock. I guarantee that half of your health problems will be solved just doing that. That’s how much sleep is important!!! and the way you set yourself up for success or failure is dependent on your daily routines. The morning is like a new beginning, which first, we cannot take for granted, and second if you start your day jumping into social media or answering emails then you’re reacting to the day instead of being in control of how do you want to spend that day, if that makes sense. I like to spend 5-10 mins to gather my thoughts and feelings into my physical being, so instead of start working straight away I would make sure that I’m okay first. This can be a big learning curve for us all to keep prioritising ourselves. So, top tips for a great start to the day? ->>>Sun/Light Exposure To Stimulate Wakefulness (5mins whilst I’m doing all of these) ->>>Breathing To Increase Energy Levels ->>>Meditation For Calming The Monkey Mind 5mins ->>>Stretch/Movement 2-3 mins ->>>Write Down Thoughts/Feelings/Gratitude/Important Tasks To Do For That Day 5mins All Of This Could Take 15mins. No More. Who doesn’t have 15 minutes for themselves everyday to start the day better?.. |
