{"id":1317,"date":"2025-03-09T15:30:19","date_gmt":"2025-03-09T15:30:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nextgenfacts.com\/?p=1317"},"modified":"2025-03-09T15:30:20","modified_gmt":"2025-03-09T15:30:20","slug":"how-to-build-a-morning-routine-that-sets-you-up-for-success","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nextgenfacts.com\/how-to-build-a-morning-routine-that-sets-you-up-for-success\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Build a Morning Routine That Sets You Up for Success"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Compare a morning when you slept through your alarm, rushed out of bed, and barely made it to your desk in time to one when you had time for a brisk walk, a healthy breakfast, and some leisurely coffee-sipping. You\u2019ll quickly realize your morning routine sets the tone for your entire day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Think an effective morning routine is out of your reach? We have good news: It\u2019s a learnable science, no matter how much chaos you\u2019re met with when you open your eyes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
After analyzing the advice and morning routines of numerous well-known business leaders and productivity experts, we\u2019ve pinpointed common practices of successful people for your most productive morning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sure, some people who wake up early are more productive, and some studies do associate waking up just one hour earlier with lower depression rates. But if you personally dread early-morning wake-up calls, any potential benefits you get from peeling yourself out from under the covers at an unreasonable time will likely be overpowered by your misery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Oprah Winfrey never sets an alarm and Google CEO Sundar Pichai describes himself as \u201cnot a morning person.\u201d Take a cue from them and pay attention to your own ultradian rhythms \u2013 your body\u2019s natural cycles that repeat throughout the day and cause those peaks and dips in your energy levels. Doing so helps you find the times of day when you\u2019re most focused and productive (known as your biological prime time).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you determine that you\u2019re at your best in the afternoon or evening, there\u2019s no reason for you to join the 5 a.m. club. As Mike Vardy, productivity author, speaker, and podcaster, wrote, \u201cLook, I\u2019m a night owl \u2014 and proud of it. Why? Because despite having many say that my sleeping habits make me less likely to achieve, I prove them wrong.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So forget the pressure to pop out of bed at the crack of dawn; stay focused on what works best for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Whether you pack your lunch, lay out your outfit, or create the next day\u2019s to-do list, even five minutes of evening prep work can help you start your morning off on the right foot. Former American Express CEO Kenneth Chenault likes to end his evenings by simply writing three things he wants to accomplish the next day.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n For many, a successful morning routine actually starts in the evening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Here are a few examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n While you\u2019re moving, remember that what you put in your mug matters. There\u2019s nothing wrong with a morning cup of coffee, but you should also drink plenty of water in the morning to stay hydrated and give you lasting energy. Research shows that adequate hydration improves your cognitive performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Jeff Sanders, author of The 5 AM Miracle and host of the podcast with the same name, says his favorite morning habit is to drink one liter of water within the first 45 minutes of bouncing out of bed. \u201cHydration is incredibly important, especially after waking up. I always find that this larger quantity of water provides incredible energy and prepares my body for the day ahead.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n The \u201cfrog\u201d is that one important task you\u2019re dreading the most because it\u2019s large and looming over you. Doing your biggest task first can help you start your day with a sense of accomplishment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Can\u2019t quite manage to jump into the day (pun intended) with the big frog on your list? Even tackling some smaller tadpoles can help. Whether you manage a big or a small win in the morning, that gratification can propel you into the rest of the day with greater motivation. That\u2019s the progress principle in action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Creating a successful morning routine is essential for achieving success and\u00a0productivity\u00a0in life. The key is to find a routine that works for you and stick to it consistently. By waking up early, hydrating yourself, exercising, planning and prioritizing your tasks, and nourishing your body with a healthy breakfast, you can set yourself up for a successful day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Remember, a successful morning routine is not a one-size-fits-all solution. You need to customize it to fit your lifestyle and goals. 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Many successful people spend their evenings preparing for the next day. Their reasoning: It leaves mornings free for an earlier start on important work (and breakfast).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n\n
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Erik Fisher is the voice behind the Beyond the To-Do List Podcast. He points out that if you analyze productivity experts\u2019 morning routines, you\u2019ll find a few things in common. Most focus on big-picture goals, gratitude, and planning for the day.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n
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Many successful people start their mornings in motion, and you can follow their lead for a morning routine that\u2019s equal parts healthy and helpful:<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n\n
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Brian Tracy, author of Eat That Frog! 21 Great Ways to Stop Procrastinating and Get More Done in Less Time, bases his morning philosophy on a quote from Mark Twain. \u201cIf the first thing you do each morning is to eat a live frog, you can go through the day with the satisfaction of knowing that that is probably the worst thing that is going to happen to you all day long.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\nAn Example of My Morning Routine<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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