Creating a morning ritual can help you feel focused, grounded and improve your overall well-being. As we enter the autumn months and get back into a daily routine, it is important to start our days feeling refreshed. If possible, incorporate nature in your morning ritual. Nature is proven to decrease stress, improve concentration, increase energy and encourage mindfulness. This sounds like a great way to beat those winter blues, doesn’t it? Give that cup of joe some fresh air. Here are six ways to improve overall well-being by incorporating morning rituals:
Rise with the sun. Grab a cup of joe and your favorite blanket for some mindful moments with the rising sun. Notice how the sky changes throughout the season.
Create a morning walking routine. Walk to your local coffee shop or grab a friend to chat as you walk around the block. If you prefer solo time, go for a stroll on your favorite path and take in your surroundings. Take it one step further by leaving your headphones at home and engaging your senses with the sights, smells and sounds of nature.
Practice gratitude. Try writing in a journal every day about the things for which you are grateful. The 52 Lists Project is a wonderful way to reflect in a structured weekly fashion. Who are you grateful for? What do you find joy in? What do you love about yourself?
Exercise outside. You can create your own routine outdoors or even use one of the many fitness apps to guide your workout. With the appropriate attire you can enjoy fresh air while exercising through the changing seasons.
Meditate outside. Quiet the noise and start your day with a boost of energy. This is a great way to beat stress.
Rise with the sun. Grab a cup of joe and your favorite blanket for some mindful moments with the rising sun. Notice how the sky changes throughout the season.
Create a morning walking routine. Walk to your local coffee shop or grab a friend to chat as you walk around the block. If you prefer solo time, go for a stroll on your favorite path and take in your surroundings. Take it one step further by leaving your headphones at home and engaging your senses with the sights, smells and sounds of nature.
Practice gratitude. Try writing in a journal every day about the things for which you are grateful. The 52 Lists Project is a wonderful way to reflect in a structured weekly fashion. Who are you grateful for? What do you find joy in? What do you love about yourself?
Exercise outside. You can create your own routine outdoors or even use one of the many fitness apps to guide your workout. With the appropriate attire you can enjoy fresh air while exercising through the changing seasons.
Meditate outside. Quiet the noise and start your day with a boost of energy. This is a great way to beat stress.
Bottom Line: Set yourself up for a good day with a calming morning ritual. Boosting your mood in the morning sets the tone for the rest of your day. Starting a morning ritual may mean waking up a few minutes earlier than usual, so remember to hit the hay a bit earlier the night before.
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