8 Things To Do Before 8AM: A Morning Routine For Success

by CGD TEAM

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The way you run your morning can shape your entire day. From the food you eat to the way you put on your workwear armory; the things you do can have a big impact on the success of your day.

Even busy female professionals can create a morning routine for success without it taking up more time than you have to spare. Read on to find out how…

1.

SET THAT ALARM FOR EARLIER

Try getting up a little bit earlier every single morning, even if it’s just by 15 minutes. Those extra minutes could do wonders for your morning routine for success and allow you to get more done before you even leave the house.

Studies have shown that the earlier you wake up, the more time your brain has to get into gear and get you ready for the day!

2.

THINK ABOUT THE FUTURE

You may have heard it’s about mindfulness, but really, a brief reflection before you get out of bed is a great way to center yourself for the day ahead. Think about what you achieved the day before and what your plans are for today.

Frame the work positively, and think about your goals and aspirations both in the short and long term. This only needs to take a few minutes and can even be done while you’re in the shower or on your commute. Find out the habits of happy people here.

3.

GET ENOUGH PROTEIN

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day! And while we don’t always have time to linger and savor it, the right ingredients can ensure you get an early morning boost of protein, fiber, and vitamins.

Need some inspiration? Check out our 7-day meal plan here.

4.

START THE DAY WITH A SIMPLE TASK

The simplest task that takes a couple of seconds, making your bed can completely change your mindset for the day. As the old saying goes: ‘Tidy space, tidy mind’. Get some inspiration on how successful women organize their homes here.

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5.

MAKE A LIST

Whether you physically write it down or make a list on your phone, write down everything you want to do in the day. Not only will it help you remember it, but it’ll get any worries or concerns about the goal out of your head and into the world.

Want to know how to use a planner to be successful, click here.

6.

DETOX FROM SOCIAL MEDIA

It can be ever so tempting but try not to use your phone until you’ve done your morning routine for success. Leave emails for the office and don’t go on social media as soon as you wake up – it can affect your mood before you’ve even gotten out of bed!

7.

ENJOY SOME COMFORT

Whether it’s a specialty coffee or the perfect cup of tea, there’s always some time to indulge in something warm and delicious. This feeling of coziness, coined as hygge by the Danes, can vastly improve your mood and make sure you’re feeling positive all day long.

8.

DO AS THE CEOS DO

Many CEOs say they try to read at least ten pages of a book a day to continuously learn. For busy women, apps like Audible, BookBeat or other audiobook providers mean you can listen while you do other things. There are even apps that digest non-fiction tomes into five-minute reads. Read a little, gain a lot.