How to Mentally Prepare for the Day?

Rise and shine! Mentally preparing for the day involves mental and physical preparedness.

Get Up Earlier

Give yourself some extra time in the morning to get mentally prepared. Set your alarm clock 15-30 minutes earlier to allow time in the morning so that you are not rushed.

Drink a Glass of Water

You need to hydrate your body after a night of sleep and wake up your metabolism.

Stretch

Getting your muscles moving and limber will help the rest of your day; try some simple yoga stretches to help wake up your mind and body. A Morning Cup of Yogaby Jane Trechsel is a great book to guide you.This book teaches you how to do a 15 minute stretching routine in your kitchen. Anyone can do it and you don’t need any special equipment or clothing.

Meditate

Clear your mind of all the activities you will be facing, or any anxiety you have. Breathe deeply and calmly and begin feeling yourself relax. Meditation will give you a sense of calm and peace that will help you to focus and begin your day.

Eat a Good Breakfast

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day - a nutritious breakfast allows you to think clearer and stay focused. This should include protein, complex carbohydrates (not sugary ones) and a small amount of fat. Your meal can be as simple as a protein bar along with some fruit, yogurt and whole grain bread, or eggs and toast. Just make sure whatever you eat isn’t high in sugar.

Get Excited About Something

You may be unhappy at your job or with circumstances in your life, but try to think about the good things. Recall something that makes you happy, places you have gone, or people you were with. Consider things that puts a smile on your face. Smiling relieves stress, lowers blood pressure, and can change your mood.