This is one of the hardest, but best things to do every morning if you want to be successful.
If you already get up early, as in around 5 a.m.
or 5:30 a.m., then don’t worry;
I’m not talking to you since you're already on top of the game!
I’m speaking to those of you who get up around 8 a.m.
If you have this option to get up early before your job each day, do it!
This is especially a great tool if you want to get more done each day.
It is reported that most successful people, even President Obama himself, get up at 4:30 a.m or 5 a.m..
each day.
Now,if the President himself can find the time, surely we all can!
2. WORK OUT
Yes, along with getting up early, I’m asking you to get your booty moving in high gear too!
Highly successful people have this number one habit in common.
They get up early and work out to get their day started.
This isn’t only important for physical fitness, but also important for your mental focus, function and your metabolism.
It is a great way to take time for yourself each day, before the day’s agenda takes its toll on your energy levels.
It is also a great way to motivate yourself and has been proven to increase mental function and concentration to everyone who does it.
3. EAT BREAKFAST
We all know breakfast is important, but did you know that all successful people make sure not to skip this important meal?
I’m talking about a good, solid breakfast to get you energized and nourished for the day ahead.
This is the best little gift you can give your brain and your metabolism.
Don’t eat too early if you’ve had a late dinner, but be sure to eat something at least a couple hours after you get up.
Choose a protein rich breakfast such as eggs, a whole foods protein smoothie or shake, oatmeal with some nuts, seeds and Greek yogurt, or even Greek yogurt with some berries and nuts or seeds.
Protein is important to jump start the neurotransmitters in the brain that enhance mental function.
All successful people know how important mental function is in generating ideas, accomplishing tasks efficiently, and increasing motivation for the day ahead.
Plus, not eating breakfast can make you cranky, so do everyone else a favor, dear, and eat before you start your day!
4. ENJOY SOME QUIET TIME
One reason getting up early is so great is because it gives you some quiet time each day.
When you do this, you’re allowing your brain to just focus on you, your day ahead, things you would like to do during the day, things you would like to get accomplished, or even how you can help others throughout the day.
If it helps, write in a journal each morning for 5 or 10 minutes.
It makes you a more peaceful, productive person, and a happier person to be around.
5. BE ORGANIZED
One other thing that highly successful people have in common is that they are very organized when it comes to their morning routine.
This means having your clothes prepared for the day ahead, your lunches or other meals gathered up if you work away from home, keeping all your work bags together, and even keeping your room organized.
Don’t leave your bed unmade, clothes all over the floor and your bathroom a train wreck.
Every time you do, these visual cues send teeny tiny signs of stress to your brain, and can make you feel chaotic, even if you’re not.
Be organized, and you’ll feel more together, more on top of your game and ready for the day ahead.
6. LEAVE YESTERDAY BEHIND
One really important thing you must do every morning is not to get up regretting yesterday’s choices, decisions, losses, etc.
If you didn’t get a promotion at work you were hoping for, are having a tiff with a friend, or your boss said something that upset you, you must leave it in the past.
If you were in the wrong, be sure you apologize, but otherwise you need to leave what is behind you alone and focus on today.
Every successful person approaches the new day ahead with a new attitude, positive outlook and with a plan, not a regret.
You cannot change what is past, but having the right outlook for the day ahead will give you the ability to make today better.
7. BE CONFIDENT
One really simple thing I have found that works very well is to give yourself a pep talk each morning.
give yourself a mental pep talk each morning, telling yourself that I have everything it takes to get through this day, accomplish what is needed, and be open to new ideas and possibilities that can enhance your life, or other lives around you.
Be prepared for any situation by giving yourself a confidence boost each morning.
It can even help to dress in an outfit that makes you feel great, wear your favorite hairstyle, eat a healthy breakfast, etc.
Doing anything that makes you feel more confident is a great way to start the day.
8. PLAN YOUR DAY
The best way to have a successful morning is by mapping out your day.
This means focusing on your to-do list and goals for the next 24 hours.
The only way you can maximize your efficiency for the day is by knowing the exact order of things that need to be done.
The early part of the day is best for reflection because your mind is clear and your environment is quiet.
This gets you motivated and makes you more confident to the world around you.
9. TRACK YOUR TIME
While planning your to-do list, it is also important to keep a time frame in mind.
After all there are only 24 hours in a day and yet there are so many things that need to be done.
Make sure to assign an appropriate number of hours for each task so you can properly space out everything and not run out of time.
Be sure to remember to schedule in some quiet time for relaxation and healthy meals to take care of yourself and avoid stress.
10. GO OUTSIDE
Nothings feels better than walking the empty streets early in the morning when the air is fresh and the atmosphere is calm and serene.
If you can squeeze some time outside early in the morning, walk your dog or just go for a morning coffee around the corner.
Not only can this be a good start to your exercise but you’ll also be able to inhale fresh air for a proper start of the day.
11. READ
Whether you want to catch up on morning news, check your email or quickly get through a chapter of your favorite book, reading is a great way to get your brain working in the morning.
Reading is calming and it can boost your alertness by engaging you in the plot or subject It’s important to start your day not only by exercising your body but also working out your brain!
12. PAMPER YOURSELF
There is no better way to start your day then by pampering yourself.
You get out of bed, cleanse your face, and apply moisturizer, and all of a sudden you feel more awake and ready to take on the day!
We take on the extra steps to put on make up and coordinate an outfit because those things make us feel alert and ready to get things done.
13. DON'T PROCRASTINATE
Waking up late and laying in bed hours after might feel good in the moment, but later on you tend to regret it because you feel like you wasted your time.
Without realizing it, it’s already noon and you haven’t done anything productive.
Procrastination never feels good so in order to be successful avoid that evil voice in your head that tells you to lay in bed or surf the web for five more minutes!
14. PRIORITIZE
Avoiding procrastination and planning your day is one step closer to success but those things don’t matter if you don’t prioritize your tasks.
Your schedule might be packed with too many things to do, so it’s important to put more valuable tasks beforehand no matter how arduous they seem.
Don’t put off important things until the end because you might end up not doing them at all and you've spent the day only doing extraneous work.
15. THINK!
If the morning is the only quiet time your get for yourself, this might be the perfect time for you to just think.
We often overlook mental health and neglect it, which is why we should work on our mental stability whenever we can.
Take a chunk of your morning routine to focus on positive thinking and maybe even spend some time in meditation.
It will help you focus on what is important and avoid inconsequential stress.
Each of us have this precious time between the hours we get up and the hours we start our work to be more positive, more productive and more successful.
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