3 Morning Routines That Will Change Your Life For The Better
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3 Morning Routines That Will Change Your Life For The Better

Three ways to positively impact your morning.

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3 Morning Routines That Will Change Your Life For The Better
Seth Doyle

I know that waking up before the world, sitting in silence for more than a minute, and working out in the morning doesn't exactly sound fun for all you none early birds, but trust that doing them will shift your mindset towards more positivity and motivation. I'm not going lie, I definitely was not a morning person and sometimes I'm still not, but pushing myself to take my own advice has definitely advanced my lifestyle and outlook.

1. Wake up early enough to have some personal time.

With bustling streets, hectic schedules, and people to entertain, most people rarely have time to think. Perhaps the personal time may not seem important to you, but it’s actually of great significance on the road to success. Having the time to think without the influence of others clears your mind, and allows creative thoughts to flow. It’s like a restart button.

Notice how sometimes you look back on difficult situations and realize that it wasn’t so difficult after all. Distancing yourself from a problem and looking at it from a different perspective creates new solutions. Think about problems like mazes. When you’re in the maze, the road ahead seems unpredictable and you feel stuck. But, if you so decide to raise yourself and see it from a bird’s eye perspective, the paths get much clearer.

2. Meditate

Meditation has been practiced for hundreds of years. People continue to practice this form of self-relieve because it brings inner joy and peace. Very often there are misinterpretations about meditation. When most people hear the term meditation, they visualize just sitting still and breathing. While that is what meditation looks like from the surface, it goes way deeper.

Being a master of meditation requires practice and a high amount of concentration. It is being able to clear your mind of any thoughts and having a sole focus on the present moment. If you’re a beginner at meditation and you keep having thoughts interrupt your mind, let it. Let all your worries, doubts, and thoughts flow until all of it passes. Meditation is not about having control over your thoughts. It’s about being able to let go of your thoughts and gain clarity.

3. Exercise

Exercising, especially in the morning will fill your body with sufficient energy and adrenaline to get through your day. It will give you the boost you need. People tend to believe that exercising will wear them out, but on the contrary, it helps release excess energy and provides them with just the amount they need. Your workout does not need to be intense. A simple jog will suffice. Similar to the previous two points that I’ve mentioned on this list, exercising will grant you new perspectives and clarity.

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