13 Things You Should Do Before 8 AM- 5 Is The Best

Morning Routine – We get it, life is just so busy. In between those college classes, those work hours, your family or kids, you may hardly find even a bit of time for yourself. However, is your life supposed feeling stagnant. Do you feel that monotony is taking over you? Transforming you into an entirely different person?

Well, that happens, even to the best of us. In the midst of all the work and life in general, we forget to take some time out for ourselves. After all, one day you are going to get old and withered. A day will come when you will look back at your life.

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As famous psychologist Erikson theorized, the years after 65 are all about reflection on life. So you don’t want to reflect back feeling the despair.

So, wake up! Purposefully carve out some time for yourself. Follow a routine, but don’t let it become stagnant. Try doing these things, before 8 in the morning. These things will not just add more meaning to your life; it will also bring you more success. Start following this amazing morning routine to live stress free.

1. Get at Least 7 Hours of Shut-Eye

A fresh morning routine should always start with a dense sleepy night. It’s difficult, especially when there is the phone buzzing, work calling, and a thousand thoughts rushing through your mind. However, before 8 in the morning, you need to get at least 7 hours of sleep. That will refresh you instantly.

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Considering that adults around the world are averaging less than 7 hours and many people have slept deprivation, it is important that we take charge of our lives and sleep a little more. That’s the key to staying fitter- both physically and mentally. Want to know more about, why is sleeping important? Guess what, healthy sleep can:

• Increase memory
• Increase lifespan
• Increase creativity
• Increase focus
• Decrease body fat
• Decrease inflammation
• Reduce stress
• Decrease depression
• Reduce accidents
• Reduce the chances of developing lifestyle diseases and much more

2. Get Out of Survival Mode

Following a routine is good for all humans, but simply working like a mechanical clock, isn’t. If you are not building something meaningful, if your life is filled with trivial things then you are into a survival mode, instead of being on a living mode. So, before 8 am, you need to get out of the survival mode, decide that you are going to make a difference, no matter how small it is. So, how can you get out of survival mode?

• Be more conscious about the morning routine
  
• Be thankful for waking up
• Write something before 8 am, it will make you more creative
• Read a few pages from a book

Alternatively, just do anything that you love. That will bring you out of the survival mode and transform you the ‘alive’ mode.

3. Drink Water

Your body is miraculous. It will get rid of old cells and generate new ones. So, drinking water early in the morning will help you flush out those old toxins. It is also a beauty hack. Plus, it will keep your digestive system functioning effortlessly. So have a glass of water. Drinking more water keeps your skin tissues healthy, so adding this feature to your morning routine is a great idea.

4. Make Your Bed

Sounds quite simple. Isn’t? However, something as simple as making a bed can help de-stress you. Many people wake up in the morning feel stressed about the things they have to do. Making a bed will help you reduce that tension. Remember, messy bed equals messy bed.

5. Meditate

When and how you wake up in the morning sets the tone for your entire day. So, make sure that the mornings are the best. It may seem difficult but meditate, at least for 10-20 minutes in the morning. There are so many benefits of meditation that you’re surprised to know. And, feeling these benefits is a great pleasure.

Morning is usually the time when Cortisol levels are at the highest, which might just make you feel angry for no reason, or may stress you out instantly. So, meditate to decrease those cortisol levels, clear your mind and get the abundance of energy. Try these relaxation tips:

• Choose peaceful environment inside or outside
• Sit or lie down on a yoga mat with the back straight
• Remove distractions
• Don’t hold your breathing. Consciously, inhale and exhale
• Relax your torso
• Close your eyes
• Try to focus on your breathing
• Clear your mind
• Repeat a mantra if needed
• Practice visualization
• Do a body scan
• Slowly open your eyes, feel energized and take over the day

Also Read: Yoga Is Not Just A Workout! It’s Way of Living Life.

6. Do Physical Activity

That’s quite obvious. However, many people miss this. They tend to go about their day, feel too busy to exercise. However, it’s quite essential, especially in the morning. When you sleep, your body functions slow, and the blood flow to different parts is reduced.

You need to ramp up your body in the morning. So, go to the gym, run, walk or simply move around and dance in the morning. If you are try to add any physical activity to your morning routine then here’re some ideas which you can add.

• Take a walk in the park
• Jog
• Do yoga
• Do Pilates
• Ride a bicycle
• Dance

Gym should ideally be left for a time later than 8 am or in the evening

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7. Have A Large Portion of Protein

You need energy for rest of the day. Right? So, get it the best way! According to University of Illinois’ Donald Layman, a Professor Emeritus, you should have 30 grams of protein for breakfast. Your food should have 40% calories in protein.

Eating protein will help you stay full, will keep you fitter and will even reduce blood sugar spikes. Plus, it will diminish those carb cravings and help you make better choices.

8. Make A To-Do List

A simple To-Do list at the start of your day will make it easier for you to concentrate on your goals and ensure that you achieve your fullest potential. Plus, you will not forget to do anything.

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9. Take a Cold Shower

Of course, you can avoid a cold shower is it’s -10 degrees outside, but you should usually take a cold shower. Cold water facilitates physical and mental wellness; it improves blood circulation and metabolism. Even during winters, it can prevent you from catching a cold by regulating your body’s temperature.

If it’s too cold and you aren’t used to cold water, try using lukewarm water and slowly go towards cold. A bath before 8 am will rejuvenate your senses, increase your chances of weight loss and improve immunity.

Also Read: 9 Quick Tips To Improve Metabolism & Fight Flu. 

10. Listen or Read Something

Go beyond entertainment. Think about learning something. Grab a book or just listen to something that’s soothing. Uplifting and instructive content can train you to outperform others, and you will even reach your highest potential. Moreover, you don’t have to do it for hours; just 15 minutes would be enough.

11. Be Up To Date

Take 10 minutes and read news online or offline. Staying abreast with the latest information will make you smarter. It will also help you learn about the world and your environment in general.

12. Pay Attention to Your Partner

Adding a good morning kiss to your morning routine, can actually boost you. You need to have some time for yourself consciously. However, you cannot forget your loved ones in the process. Remember, they are preparing their day too. So, shower them with a little love, lots of encouragement or just give them a few minutes of your attention.

13. Move Forward

That’s quite important. Before 8 in the morning, you should do at least one thing that will bring you closer to your goals. For instance, if you are going to be a successful entrepreneur, make sure that you work towards it in the morning. This will prepare you to work on your goals throughout the day.

Right now, doing these things might seem like a lot. However, these things won’t require more than an hour or two of your time. Plus, once you make them a habit, life would be easier than ever. So, go ahead! Try it.

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