Don’t you just hate the sound of your alarm clock every morning? Not all of us are morning people. Some of us need more than just the sound of the alarm clock to get us going every day. But this does not mean to say that you have to start the day sluggish and cranky. There are ways to help you get going in the morning to make your day brighter and hopefully more productive. Check out our tips below.
Start Your Day The Night Before
If you’re one of those people who take more time to wake up then you need to start your day the night before to keep you from getting frustrated and rushing through your morning routine. Even something as easy as setting up the coffee maker the night before and picking out your outfit before going to bed can help you get a head start that will save you a couple of minutes so that you won’t be late for that important meeting.
Eat Protein
Many people start their day with a breakfast of dairy, usually a bowl of cereal. This is perfectly all right but it is also good to note that breakfast is your fuel for the start of the day. Instead of eating cereal, eat something that is harder to digest like protein which keeps you focused. So try switching your bowl of cereal for a plate of scrambled eggs.
Lemon Water
Try a cup of lemon water instead of coffee as your first beverage of the day. Lemon water is rich in Vitamin C and can help with digestion, especially when you drink it immediately after waking up. Lemon water can help boost your metabolism, burn fat while cleansing your palette, and give you a boost of energy. This does not mean to say that you should say good-bye to coffee. You can drink your cup of hot java during breakfast or while commuting to work.
Wake-up Feeling Pleasant
The ringing of an alarm clock can be irritating, so instead of waking up annoyed, set your alarm tone to something more pleasant like your current favorite tune. This will also make you set your alarm with a smile instead of resignation. Waking up with a positive attitude is always better than waking up cranky.
Set Goals
Work can be full of pressure and stress which is bad for your health. Minimize stress by setting goals for the day. If you have a big project, for example, break it down into small manageable tasks and set how many you want to hit for the day. Remember, you don’t have to finish your big project right away, and it’s also stressful if you leave everything until the last minute. It’s better to break down tasks, set goals, and hit those goals than to cram everything at the last moment and hope that your project looks good.
Stress and pressure can have a negative effect on the body. Over the long run, it can morph into health problems like diabetes, heart disease, and obesity. Making these small changes can help you wake up feeling refreshed can minimize stress and pressure, so make sure to try some of them out!
