These are great ideas. I especially like the “do something just for you idea,” which would make me feel at least a little bit like my day had a component of tenderness towards myself. My trick to make the mornings go smoother is to set the timer on the coffee pot and get it all set to go so it’s as though someone made me a warm cup of coffee in the morning. I’m also big on meal prep—chia protein pudding, egg bites—whatever I plan to eat for breakfast needs to be essentially ready to go to ensure a good start to my day.
Great reminders! The last few years, I’ve been making an effort to do these things at night. When I’m really intentionally prepping for the next day, I’ll even make a triple batch of my morning protein shake and couple of days a week so I don’t have to do it every morning. And setting my priority for the next day was usually pretty simple because I was working full-time as a teacher. But now I’m self-employed as a stager, stylist and organizer and find I’ve fallen off my night routine because I theoretically have time in the morning. Not the best idea when setting my plan for the day and reflecting on progress is even more important (hello self-employment income!!). Thanks for sharing this!
Disconnecting from my phone in the evening (and morning) is one of my favorite practices... I actually don't even bring my phone in my bedroom! I'll definitely try out the intention prompts!
I like the five minute pickup in the evening - lately I've been getting into overnight oats as breakfasts so preparing those gets me up and in the 'getting ready for the morning' mindset. Also the idea of the analogue 'cheat sheet' for the morning - I have so many stacks of sticky notes around, I could press them into purpose for this.
I love these all, especially the practice of resetting your space, but Shira, how do I get it down to 5 minutes? I feel like it take 30 at least just to get back to baseline.
These are great ideas. I especially like the “do something just for you idea,” which would make me feel at least a little bit like my day had a component of tenderness towards myself. My trick to make the mornings go smoother is to set the timer on the coffee pot and get it all set to go so it’s as though someone made me a warm cup of coffee in the morning. I’m also big on meal prep—chia protein pudding, egg bites—whatever I plan to eat for breakfast needs to be essentially ready to go to ensure a good start to my day.
Great reminders! The last few years, I’ve been making an effort to do these things at night. When I’m really intentionally prepping for the next day, I’ll even make a triple batch of my morning protein shake and couple of days a week so I don’t have to do it every morning. And setting my priority for the next day was usually pretty simple because I was working full-time as a teacher. But now I’m self-employed as a stager, stylist and organizer and find I’ve fallen off my night routine because I theoretically have time in the morning. Not the best idea when setting my plan for the day and reflecting on progress is even more important (hello self-employment income!!). Thanks for sharing this!
Disconnecting from my phone in the evening (and morning) is one of my favorite practices... I actually don't even bring my phone in my bedroom! I'll definitely try out the intention prompts!
I really wish Cuyana would ship to Canada!! Love your suggestions Shira! Can't wait for the new book!
I like the five minute pickup in the evening - lately I've been getting into overnight oats as breakfasts so preparing those gets me up and in the 'getting ready for the morning' mindset. Also the idea of the analogue 'cheat sheet' for the morning - I have so many stacks of sticky notes around, I could press them into purpose for this.
Thanks, Shira! Just bought the Cuyana medium travel case and looking forward to using it, to contain and minimize my travel stuff!
I love these all, especially the practice of resetting your space, but Shira, how do I get it down to 5 minutes? I feel like it take 30 at least just to get back to baseline.