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<\/p>\nStarting the day mindfully isn\u2019t always an easy feat. In between hitting the snooze button for the fifth time and downing a strong coffee, there doesn\u2019t seem like much time for a leisurely breakfast or meditation session.<\/p>\n
But taking a little extra time to create a meaningful morning routine really work wonders on our creativity, productivity and energy levels \u2013 you just need to know where to start.<\/p>\n
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The only way to kick those bad morning habits is to get up earlier \u2013 after all, there\u2019s nothing mindful about racing out the door, breakfast in hand.<\/p>\n
This doesn\u2019t mean waking up at the crack of dawn. Just setting your alarm for 30 minutes before your usual wakeup time can give you a few peaceful moments before anybody else wakes up. Whether you dedicate that time to meditation or a personal passion project, you won\u2019t regret it.<\/p>\n
If you can\u2019t quite drag yourself out of bed as soon as the alarm clock rings, do not fear. Use this duvet moment as an opportunity to have a mindful check-in.<\/p>\n
Take the time to ask yourself a few questions: Is there anything worrying you? What do you want to get out of the day? Is your mind calm or racing? Just a few minutes of mindfulness opens your awareness to the present moment, helping improve your focus and regulate your emotions. We especially love\u00a0The Happiness Planner<\/a>, as it provides a helping hand when it comes to making positive thinking and mindfulness a part of your daily routine.<\/p>\n Hit the h2o as soon as you\u2019re up. When you wake from a long sleep your body is naturally dehydrated, so water should be the first thing on your mind.<\/p>\n Drinking a large glass of warm lemon water is the best \u2013 simply squeeze the juice of half a lemon into filtered lukewarm water. Just taking a few minutes to sip your drink slowly can have a profound effect on your feeling of wellbeing.<\/p>\n Yoga is the go-to exercise of choice for mindful mornings. Not only does a daily practice wake up the body, but it invigorates the mind too \u2013 leaving you feeling energised from head to toe. The key to a good morning yoga session is trying out poses that expand the heart and lungs, get the spine moving and invigorate the internal organs.<\/p>\n If you\u2019ve never tried yoga before, take it easy \u2013 a simple 10 minute practice is enough to set you up for the day.<\/p>\n Typical breakfasts are loaded with fat, grains and sugar \u2013 a combo that will spike your blood sugar, leaving you starving and sleepy within a few short hours.<\/p>\n Instead set time aside in the morning to eat a nutritious breakfast. Whether you choose a cosy bowl of quinoa porridge or a veggie-packed omelette, starting your day with a meal full of protein, healthy fats and a liberal helping of fruit and veg is always a good idea. Still stuck? Our\u00a0Mexican veggie breakfast recipe<\/a> is full of good fats, iron, protein and gluten-free<\/a> – the perfect start to your day.<\/p>\n Counting your blessings really can make you feel better. Whether it\u2019s during your meditation session or while you\u2019re waiting for the bus, taking a moment to express gratitude can make a world of difference to your day. Not only does this simple act help you to reflect on what you\u2019ve achieved, but it gives you the motivation to continue on the right path.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Starting the day mindfully isn\u2019t always an easy feat. In between hitting the snooze button for the fifth time and downing a strong coffee, there doesn\u2019t seem like much time for a leisurely breakfast or meditation session. But taking a little extra time to create a meaningful morning routine really work wonders on our creativity,…<\/p>\nGet Hydrated<\/h3>\n
Squeeze in a yoga session<\/h3>\n
Eat a healthy breakfast<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nFind time to be grateful<\/h3>\n