Let’s talk about morning routines today. I’ve never been one to sleep until the last second and scramble to get out the door. I like to get up a little earlier so I can have plenty of time to wake up and go through my routine before I have to leave. Lately I’ve been thinking about some of the habits I’ve established that get my day off to a better start.
How do you have a better day? It all starts with your morning routine. I’m going to talk about 5 things that you can do to make a big difference in your day. These things are easy to do and may seem like no big deal, but they really do help!
1. Prepare for the Day the Night Before.
I’ve noticed that it really helps my morning go a lot smoother when I get a few things ready the night before, such as laying out my clothes, packing whatever I’ll need for the day, and packing a lunch.
When you have these things done, you don’t have to think about it in the morning. If you are like me, you’ll sleep better knowing that everything is ready for the morning and you aren’t going to forget anything.
2. Make Your Bed.
You might be thinking, “What’s the big deal? Why does it matter if I make my bed or not?” But I’ve noticed a huge change when I take just a minute or two to make my bed each morning. It’s a simple step, but it sets you up for an organized day.
I’ve noticed that when my life gets busy, I start to let the little things like making my bed go. My room gets cluttered, and my car gets dirty. When I start by making my bed, I tend to be in a better mindset and it makes me want to continue being tidy and cleaning up as I go throughout the day.
3. Be Grateful.
I find that it is so easy to be negative in the morning. I wake up and think “Ugh, I don’t want to wake up.” Then, I think “Ugh, I don’t want to go to work.” And so begins a negative pattern that continues throughout the day.
For awhile now, I’ve been trying to change this by being grateful in the morning. As I get up and get ready in the morning, I pray and thank God for a new day, my job, the little things that make me happy, and the people in my life. When my first thoughts are gratefulness, it sets me up for a day of seeing the positive rather than the negative.
4. Eat Breakfast.
You heard it a million times that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But why? For starters ,eating a healthy breakfast kicks off your metabolism. Remember how I talked about how making your bed sets you up to be more organized throughout the day? In the same way, eating a nutritious breakfast sets you up to continue to make good food choices throughout the day.
Eating breakfast in the morning is easier when you have something simple in the house. A great combination is Cheerios and 100% Florida Orange Juice. It’s something both kid and adults will enjoy!
5. Make a to-do list.
Another great way to keep from getting stressed is to take a couple minutes to write out a to-do list for your day. Having a lot on my plate can make me feel stressed, but writing it down makes it seem more manageable and ensures I won’t forget anything.
Lately I’ve been keeping a to-do list using the Reminders app on my iPhone. A lot of times when I’m at work I’ll think of something I need to do when I get home. I add it to the list and set an alarm to remind me at a certain time.
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What is your morning routine? Are you going to adopt some of these habits?
Anna Bulfin says
March 20, 2015 at 7:30 amI agree to all of the above! I try to do very similar steps every morning and I feel like I am winning at life when it all happens 🙂 Great post!
Jenna Brussee says
March 20, 2015 at 4:03 pmThat’s great! I have really been focusing on putting these things into practice lately, and it makes a big difference. I’ve been thinking about incorporating more Paleo recipes into my diet. I don’t think I want to go full Paleo, but it would be good to do some!
Madaline says
March 20, 2015 at 8:41 amI totally agree with all of it! Living in Italy it’s difficult to eat an actual breakfast – people consider cookies and coffee enough! I need to do better…
Jenna Brussee says
March 20, 2015 at 4:03 pmThat would be a challenge! I love having a special breakfast like that every so often, though. It’s good for the soul!
Kristi says
March 20, 2015 at 9:08 amA huge, resounding YES to everything! Definitely the best way to start your day off right!
Jenna Brussee says
March 20, 2015 at 4:04 pmAww, thanks friend! I’m glad you agree. I hope you have a great weekend!
Anna @ The Beauty Section says
March 20, 2015 at 10:00 amI love this type of post! I absolutely agree with all of these! Eating breakfast is so important in the morning, if I had the time to eat eggs every morning I would! 🙂
Jenna Brussee says
March 20, 2015 at 4:05 pmI didn’t want to make eggs every day because of the time it takes, but I noticed I feel way better when I do! It’s good to have some quick options like the Cheerios for busier days, though.
Summer @ Coffee With S says
March 20, 2015 at 11:43 amI agree with all of your darling tips! If there was a Publix near me, I’d probably use the 50 cents off Lucky Charms…since now I’m craving them, haha.
Jenna Brussee says
March 20, 2015 at 4:06 pmThank you! Mmm, now you have me craving Lucky Charms. I just eat the marshmallows, though!
Julie says
March 20, 2015 at 12:06 pmI am definitely a breakfast eater, and I’m wishing there was a Publix near me!
Jenna Brussee says
March 20, 2015 at 4:07 pmBreakfast is the best! I can’t start my day without it. And we have Publix all over the place here. I can’t imagine not having them!
Elena says
March 20, 2015 at 4:21 pmI would use the 75 cents off one Big G cereal
Jenna Brussee says
March 23, 2015 at 7:55 amThat’s a great deal! Thanks for stopping by.
Leigh Powell Hines says
March 20, 2015 at 7:01 pmGreat advice and breakfast is so important. It took me a long time to realize that, but it’s so true.
Jenna Brussee says
March 23, 2015 at 7:55 amIt really is so important! I don’t feel energized or with it at all if I skip it now.
Holly E says
March 20, 2015 at 9:03 pmI would definitely use the Lucky Charms coupon.
Jenna Brussee says
March 23, 2015 at 7:56 amYum! Thanks for stopping by.
abfantom says
March 21, 2015 at 8:36 amI’m going to use the General Mills cereal .50 off coupon.
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Jenna Brussee says
March 23, 2015 at 7:57 amThese coupons were so great! Glad you were able to find one you needed.
dglitter says
March 21, 2015 at 12:59 pmI am going to use the Chex Mix coupon.
Jenna Brussee says
March 23, 2015 at 7:57 amThat’s great! I’m glad you found one.
Rosie says
March 21, 2015 at 1:40 pmI love the Immaculate Baking Co coupon – wow!
Jenna Brussee says
March 23, 2015 at 7:57 amWhat a great deal! Don’t you just love coupons?
jalapenomama says
March 21, 2015 at 4:27 pmI’ll be using the Mott’s coupon – thank you.
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Jenna Brussee says
March 23, 2015 at 7:57 amI’m glad to hear it! Thanks for stopping by.
alyssa nicole says
March 21, 2015 at 9:20 pmI can’t survive with out to do lists and my morning shake!
Jenna Brussee says
March 23, 2015 at 7:58 amA to do list really helps me get organized. I just wrote one for today!
Krayl Funch says
March 23, 2015 at 1:14 pmCheerios have ALWAYS been my favorite cereal! They are a tradition in my house!
Jenna Brussee says
March 24, 2015 at 3:34 pmThey are a classic! Thanks for stopping by.
HS kraftmaking says
March 23, 2015 at 4:31 pmI’ll love to use Liberte coupon.
Jenna Brussee says
March 24, 2015 at 3:34 pmI’ve been wanting to try Liberte! I should use that coupon, too.
Heather Hayes Panjon says
March 24, 2015 at 7:13 amI Would Use The 75 cents off one Big G cereal coupon.
Jenna Brussee says
March 24, 2015 at 3:35 pmThat’s a great deal! Thanks for stopping by.
lifeskit says
March 24, 2015 at 8:56 pmI plan to use the Honey nut Cheerios coupon.
Jenna Brussee says
March 30, 2015 at 8:05 amGreat choice! I love finding a good deal.
Divorced Kat says
March 25, 2015 at 8:30 amIt’s funny, I hated making my bed when I was growing up, so I rarely made my bed for a couple of years. Then when my ex and I were selling our condo, I had to make my bed daily. Now that I”m living alone again, I make my bed everyday. I like how put together my bedroom feels before entering the craziness of a new day.
Jenna Brussee says
March 30, 2015 at 8:08 amI know what you mean! It really does make a difference. I also like how it makes me feel better when I walk into my room after a work day.
Sharon Erickson says
March 25, 2015 at 9:10 amGreat list! Making your bed everyday is so important. I hated it as a kid but now, I can’t do anything until I do that first.
Jenna Brussee says
March 30, 2015 at 8:09 amAgreed! Every now and then I slip back into not making it. Then I start to realize how my room and the rest of my house gets out of order! Just doing that one simple thing at the start of the day makes a huge difference.
Theresa says
March 25, 2015 at 12:54 pmI plan to use the Old El Paso save $1.00 on 3.
Jenna Brussee says
March 30, 2015 at 8:11 amWhat a great deal! Thanks for taking the time to enter.
Marjorie@APinchOfHealthy says
March 25, 2015 at 1:29 pm#3: YES! Gratitude is my favorite tip for having a better day.
Jenna Brussee says
March 30, 2015 at 8:12 amIt makes such a difference for your mindset! I’ve been focusing on doing that for the past couple of years and it’s really changed my outlook and attitude.
AmandaSakovitz says
March 26, 2015 at 7:19 amid use the 50 cents off two chex mixes
Jenna Brussee says
March 30, 2015 at 8:13 amThat’s a great coupon! Thanks for stopping by.
Laurajj Jacobson says
March 26, 2015 at 11:28 amI will use the Chex cereal and Motts Fun Fruits!
Jenna Brussee says
March 30, 2015 at 8:14 amYum! Thanks for stopping by.
clynsg says
March 26, 2015 at 11:36 amI would use the Big G cereal coupon.
Jenna Brussee says
March 30, 2015 at 8:14 amSounds like a great deal!
becky says
March 26, 2015 at 4:23 pmMMM Pilsbury Cinnamon Rolls
Lisa Pecora says
March 26, 2015 at 6:19 pmI like the Hamburger Helper coupon
Starla says
March 26, 2015 at 7:42 pmCheerios have always been one of my favorites. I would definitely use the Liberte yogurt coupons. I love to add fresh fruit to this!
Jenna Brussee says
March 30, 2015 at 8:15 amI have been meaning to try Liberte! I need to print out that coupon as well.
Thomas Murphy says
March 26, 2015 at 8:32 pmI want to use the chex mix coupon.
Nicki Lewis says
March 31, 2015 at 8:29 pmThese are fantastic tips. I have noticed the same thing when it comes to making bed. Have actually been working on it lately. Got into not making my bed because Jeremy comes home once i leave for work and if he has been up all night on calls he wants to go to bed. Feel like if I make the bed it makes him feel like he can’t lay down
Jenna Brussee says
April 1, 2015 at 3:58 pmThanks, Nicki! I don’t know about you, but I love crawling into a nicely made bed. Maybe Jeremy would like it, too!
Lacey Charrene says
April 4, 2015 at 7:39 pmYum! Breakfast is my fav! #laceyslegacy
Jenna Brussee says
April 6, 2015 at 3:48 pmIt’s my favorite as well! There’s nothing like a big breakfast on a day off.