1. Get enough sleep

We all know what happens when we don’t get enough sleep; we feel lethargic and completely unprepared to face the day. The main thing you have to do to have a more productive morning is to go to bed early. With the additional hours of sleep, you’ll wake up feeling fresh and happy. Simple enough, right? It also helps with overeating or make bad food choices because we are tired.

Read my post on 6 Ways to Get a Better Sleep

2. Write down a to-do list

Think about all the things you have to do the night before and write them down. In the morning, you’ll know what you have to do, and organizing your time will be way easier. List writing is generally very therapeutic. Not only does it help to rid the mind of clutter, it also brings everything that needs to be done into plain sight.

3. Be motivated

Find a reason to get up in the morning. For example, you might want to wake up early to fit in a morning workout, or to have some extra time to cook a healthy breakfast. Starting off your day with an accomplishment is a good way to go.

4. Take your time

Give your morning routine plenty of time. Nothing is worse than running out of time and not being able to do everything you had on your to-do list. Give yourself time to wake up, get ready, drink your coffee and prepare for the day ahead. I like to plan my outfit and make my lunch the night before. Two less things to worry about each morning.

5. Have a playlist

Start your morning with some music. This will help you wake up in a good mood, and make you more motivated throughout the day. Try Spotify online or download their app. Who doesn’t sing in the shower or dance while brushing their teeth? It can’t just be me 🙂