You don’t have to wake up at the crack of dawn, jump in the coldest shower possible and check off half of your to do list before 8am to have a good morning routine. You can just drink your favorite coffee out of a cute mug and dance around your kitchen while living your main character moment.
I mean shouldn’t we all romanticize our mornings?
Having a good morning routine will better your mood for the rest of your day whether you’re a morning person or a night owl.
Its about having a balance of morning habits that allow you to be productive and live your best life.
Here are 25 morning routine ideas that will allow you to wake up happier, healthier and more excited to take on your day.
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Romanticize Your Morning
1. Wake up as if your life is a movie
Play your favourite song in the morning, open your windows and have a little cinematic moment. You can even be in your pyjamas and it will still feel nice to do this each morning.
2. Make your bed
It only takes a couple of minutes to make your bed but you will enjoy walking into a made up bedroom. Making your bed is a great habit to build as its a task that you can cross off your list at the beginning of the day. Not only will you feel accomplished but your future self will thank you for having a welcoming, made bed at the end of the day.
3. Romanticize your morning coffee
Use your cutest mug, make your coffee and froth your milk. Sprinkle some cinnamon on top and sip away. There is nothing better than a cup of coffee in the morning (if coffee is your go to). You can also romanticize your morning tea or any other beverage you enjoy having in the morning.
4. Dress like your future self
Even if you have nowhere to go today dress up. Wear your favourite earrings and apply some perfume. Or wear an outfit that you feel cute in. If you’re working from home you can still dress up and it can make you feel like your day is going to be amazing.
5. Have a cute breakfast
Breakfast doesn’t have to be a slice of toast that you eat over your bench top. Have some greek yoghurt with berries and honey or maybe some eggs on a piece of toast. Try to include healthy carbs, fats and proteins in your morning meal to ensure you feel full throughout the day.
How to manifest a great morning
6. Manifest your morning
Ask yourself “what can go right today?” Instead of thinking of all the bad things that can happen today try to focus on what can go right. You may be shocked at how many things you notice when you are trying to find what can go right.
7. Try the future you journal prompt
Write about your future you. Spend 5 minutes writing about who you want to be. What does her life look like? How does she feel? What habits does she have? You can learn more about this prompt here.
8. Find an affirmation that makes you feel something
Find some positive affirmations that you can believe in. They can be about anything but make sure they make you feel good. I have found some of my favourite affirmations here. Use them when your getting ready or while you are journaling. Or even in front of a mirror. You can also write your affirmations down and put it somewhere that you will see it during the day.
9. Make a mini vision board for the day
You don’t have to make a huge vision board. Pick 3 pictures/words/intentions for the day that you want to live by. It can be something like creative, confident and peaceful or maybe you want to have an adventurous day and be abundant.
10. Be grateful for your morning
Take a moment before your busy day begins to be grateful for 3 things. They can be small things such as fresh sheets or your cat sleeping. We tend to overlook these small things in our lives so try to notice them in the morning.
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11. Drink water first thing in the morning
As we haven’t had water for hours it is beneficial to drink a glass of water first thing in the morning. Have a glass of water next to your bed so you can start your day off hydrated. Add some lemon/cucumber/mint to your water to make it taste better.
12. Get some sun in the morning
Getting sun light first thing in the morning is a great morning habit to build. Sunlight will allow your body to understand when to wake up and when to sleep. It will help your body wake up in the morning so have your morning tea in the garden or go outside for a few minutes.
13. Take a hot girl mental health walk
Put your headphones on and take a brisk walk outside. Walking in the morning will allow you to get some morning exercise in which can help with your mood and sleep. There is no pressure to reach a certain step count or exercise goal just enjoy your walk… and yep, a short walk is totally fine!
14. Dance in your kitchen for 5 minutes
Exercise in the morning doesn’t have to be a workout… you can simply dance for 5 minutes. Put 3 songs on your playlist and dance while you wait for your kettle to boil. Not only will you be doing a physical activity that will boost your energy levels for the entire day but you will also be having fun.
15. Breathe for 5 minutes
When you first wake up take a moment to breathe. Inhale and exhale slowly and relax your body. Breathing will help relieve you of any anxious feelings you may be having. It is a good habit to build if you have busy mornings.
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16. Brain dump your to dos
If you have a million things on your mind when you wake up this is for you. Brain dumping is when you write everything down that you need to remember. You can then use this to create a to do list for the day and figure out what is important to do.
17. Have 3 main character tasks
Instead of listing everything you need to do pick 3 things that you want to accomplish that day. These can be any tasks that you want to complete. Having 3 main character tasks can make you feel like your having a productive day.
18. Eat the frog
Eating the frog means doing that task that you have been putting off. If you know you have cognitive tasks that you can do in the morning try to get them done. Once you have that task completed you can enjoy the rest of your day knowing you got something done.
19. Put your phone down for the first 20 minutes of your day
Don’t check social media or your phone for the first 20 minutes of your day. By doing this you are giving yourself more time in the morning to better focus on yourself.
20. Challenge your brain in the morning
Complete a crossword puzzle, learn some words in another language, read or draw. Whatever you decide to do it will allow your brain to focus on something that is interesting before you jump into your daily tasks and to-do list.
Things to make your morning magical
21. Make a dopamine menu
Create a list of things that you enjoy doing and pick one to do in the morning. These can be as simple as watering your plants, petting your dog/cat or listening to music. Having a dopamine menu allows you to focus on things that will make you happy.
22. Pull an oracle card
Pull an oracle card in the morning and use it as your intention for the day. You don’t have to believe that your oracle card will change your life but it can be a nice reminder of what you want to focus on that day.
23. Make your morning smell nice
Having nice smells in your home can instantly make you feel happy. Light a candle when you journal, have flowers on your breakfast table or spray your room with a nice smelling product. All of these little things can help you feel more relaxed in the morning.
24. Leave a note for your future self
Leave yourself a little note that will remind you of something positive. You can say something like “you’re doing better than you think” or “have a great day”. Put the note somewhere that you will see it during the day.
25. Get ready the night before
If you want to have a good morning start the night before. Get your clothes ready, plan what you are going to eat for breakfast and write down what you need to do the next day. Have a good night routine and sleep at the same time to allow your body to get a good nights sleep. When you are well rested you are more likely to have a good morning.
How to Build Your Ideal Morning Routine
One great thing about these tips is that you dont have to implement them all.
If you tried to add all 25 of these habits to your morning you would probably need another cup of coffee and a power nap to maintain your stress levels. 🙂
Pick out some small habits that will work with your lifestyle.
Try adding one healthy habit, one habit that can help you be more productive and something you just enjoy doing. You can always add more as you develop your morning routine.
10 Minute Morning Routine
This is great for when you have a rushed morning or have a hectic day ahead.
- 2 Minutes: Make your bed and drink a glass of water.
- 3 Minutes: Open the blinds and allow yourself to soak in some morning sunlight. Take some deep breaths.
- 3 Minutes: Jot down your top 3 priorities for the day.
- 2 Minutes: Speak an affirmation and enjoy a few sips of your morning cup of coffee.
30 Minute Happy Morning Routine
This will help you feel refreshed and ready to tackle the day.
- 5 Minutes: Drink water, make your bed and freshen up.
- 10 Minutes: Walk outside.
- 5 Minutes: Journal, give thanks or set intentions.
- 10 Minutes: Make a healthy breakfast and set your intentions for the day.
1 Hour Morning Routine
When you have a little more time in the morning and want to enjoy it.
- 10 Minutes: At the start of the day wake up and drink water. Allow yourself to soak in some of the first morning light.
- 15 Minutes: Walk, stretch or do some moderate exercise.
- 10 Minutes: Give thanks, speak affirmations or journal to your future self.
- 15 Minutes: Prepare a healthy breakfast and enjoy it.
- 10 Minutes: Get dressed and pick your top 3 priorities. Set your intention for the day.
Everyone will have a different routine that works for them.
There are people who love waking up early to complete their most important tasks… that’s when they do their best work. If you are more of a night owl with busy evening routines then maybe this won’t work for you. There’s no reason to wake up at 5 am if your not going to get enough quality sleep.
Find what works for you and continue to do what helps you balance your life.
Have A Great Morning Routine You Look Forward To
It’s not about being the most productive woman in the world or waking up before everyone else to get all your tasks done.
Its about carving out more time for YOU and making that first step towards YOUR own perfect morning routine.
Your health, happiness and dreams. And allowing yourself to enjoy the little things that can make your day great.
You may find yourself loving walks in the morning. Or you may discover journaling to your future self. Either way try and add one thing that you enjoy doing in the morning.
You never know what can help start your day off right.
What are some things you would like to incorporate into your morning routine? Let me know below!