Splash it on your face, take a warm shower (or cold, if you’re into that sort of thing), and be sure to drink plenty of water as soon as you wake up! Water literally is the best thing for a good day. Not only does it wake you up and help you feel clean, but it also helps with digestion and hydrates your body! If you don’t love the taste of water right in the morning, brush your teeth first or add fruit {like lemons or strawberries} to give it some flavor! Do what works for you, but be intentional about adding water to your morning routine. 

Little things can change your life, like making your bed! I know it seems trivial and not a big deal, but you will have accomplished the first task of the day. It’s a chain reaction! By the end of the day, that one task you completed will turn into many tasks completed. Plus, a tidy bed just naturally makes the rest of your room feel styled, even if it isn’t perfect. Doing so will lower stress and improve your mood. We’re telling you! There’s just something about a made bed that feels better at the end of a long day.

Although we admire those who do, not all us have the desire to do HIIT or run 5 miles first thing in the morning. Luckily, there are lots of different ways to get your heart pumping without the pressure of “working out.” Whether it’s yoga, stretching, or going on a morning walk, find an enjoyable way to exercise your mind, breath, and release those endorphins! Doing so will help you feel good and prepare you for the busyness of your day.

Instead of getting caught up in the whirlwind of waking up late and rushing to get ready, make a point to pamper yourself in the morning, even if you feel like there’s no time. Pampering may sound impossible, but we promise it’s not! Love yourself enough to eat a tasty breakfast, sit down to do makeup, or style your hair. Taking even a few minutes to treat yourself in the morning can really make all the difference for the rest of your day.

Aside from it being the alarm that you turn off, try not to use your phone for the first 30 minutes of your day. If you’re prone to checking your email or Instagram first thing, often while still in bed, you’re more likely to increase your stress levels and leave yourself feeling overwhelmed. Before you let external stimuli pull for your attention, give yourself time and space to start your day calmly. Use that 30 minutes you would have spent on your phone on other uplifting activities. Write in your journal, meditate, or make yourself an awesome breakfast. Do what makes you happy!