3 Things You Should Do Every Morning – Even If You’re NOT a Morning Person

I am so not a morning person.

I’ve always been a night owl. As a young person, I loved staying up late to read a good book, write in my journal or watch romantic comedies. And when the sun peaked its face over the horizon, I was groaning and pulling the covers over my head.

Those tendencies followed me into adulthood, only now I find myself staying up late to blog (as I’m writing this at 12 am), read a good book or finish things I didn’t get done during the day.

No matter how long the day has been or how tired I am, I seem to always catch a second wind right around 9 pm. I feel energized and motivated during the dark hours. And I am very productive.

And when morning rolls around, I’m still groaning and pulling the covers over my head.

I’ve tried to change. Really, I have.

I’ve tried going to bed early so I’d be ready to get up at the crack of dawn, only to find myself staring at the ceiling at 11pm. I’ve tried getting up really early, so I’d be ready to go to bed early, in order to be ready to get up with the sun. Fail.

No matter how early I retire or how much sleep I get, I struggle to get moving once morning rolls around.

Of course, I have to get moving. There’s not much choice when you have a family to take care of. Or a business to run. Or when the rest of the adult world is fully functioning at that ridiculous hour.

It truly is a struggle to make my mind and body be productive before 10 am. If I’m not careful, I can waste the entire morning and end the day wondering where on earth the time went.

Over the years, I’ve found 3 things that help me kickstart my day and I’m going to share them with you. Here’s the good news….even if you ARE a morning person, these 3 things can help you start the day off right too!

Practice Gratitude

Each day truly is a gift from God. I try to remember to wake up with words of thanksgiving on my lips. There are so many things to be thankful for and focusing on those things makes me want to make the most of my day…no matter how early it starts.

A joyful heart stems from a grateful heart and makes even the earliest morning seem a little brighter.

Get Dressed

It’s so easy to to run the kids to school in my pajamas. Or throw on yesterday’s jeans and a sweatshirt. Or yoga pants (although I have never executed a single yoga position in my life).

But my most productive days are the ones when I wake up early enough to shower (or at least freshen up) and actually put together an outfit. With accessories. And cute shoes.

It seems to jump start my mind and trick my body into believing that it may really be closer to 10am. You. can. do. this.

Make A Short To Do List

Flying by the seat of one’s pants isn’t a proven method of productivity for anyone – morning person or not. If I don’t start with a plan, the day certainly won’t end with one coming together.

So I start each day with a short to do list. A list of 5-7 goals that I’d like to accomplish by the end of the day. Some are small and others larger, but all doable.

You can use simple pen and paper, the notes area on your smartphone, an organizational app or even my FREE household planning printables to help you stay on course.

Make Over Your Mornings!

Whether you’re a morning person by nature or a night owl like me,  chances are you may not be using your morning time effectively and may be losing productivity over the course of the day.

If this is you, maybe you’ll consider embarking on a journey with me. Today (Tuesday, June 2) Crystal at Money Saving Mom launched her new Make Over Your Mornings course –  a 14-day online course that includes videos, a workbook, and step-by-step projects.

Now, I have to tell you that I’ve previewed this course and it is amazing!

If you’ve ever wished that you could figure out how to get more done, have more organization in your life, and find time to spend on things you love, the Make Over Your Mornings Course is for you (and me!)

It’s not about following a one-size-fits-all system (because every woman and family is different!), but about creating a morning that is in line with your life, your strengths, your family’s needs, and your unique situation.

The launch sale is going on RIGHT now and will only last until 12 am! The Make Over Your Mornings eCourse will regularly sell for $17, but for one day only, you’ll be able to snag it for the lowest prices we’ll ever see.

Oh, and I almost forgot to mention…Crystal is offering a 30 Day Money Back Guarantee! There’s really nothing for you to lose (or for me to lose!)

I’m jumping on board. I need this! Will you join me? Order yours now!