Your blankets are cozy, it’s dark and cold outside, and all you want is to close your eyes and roll over. Do you always have trouble getting out of bed in the morning? You’re not alone. Luckily, there are many tips to help your mornings go more smoothly:
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Put your alarm clock out of reach.
Annoying but effective if you want to break old habits. There are also apps that require you to solve a small puzzle before turning off the alarm. -
Use light:
Light helps your body wake up more easily. Use a wake-up light or set your lamps to gradually turn on at a specific time. -
Make it comfortable:
Lay out your clothes beside your bed so you don’t have to face the cold for long. Program your heating to turn on in advance and prep your breakfast and lunch the night before. Think about what feels least comfortable in the morning and find ways to remove or reduce those barriers. -
Plan your day:
Having a rough plan or goal makes it easier to get out of bed. -
Wake up feeling more refreshed:
Go to bed on time, eat healthy, move regularly, and stick to a consistent sleep routine. When you go to bed and wake up at the same time every day, your body adjusts and waking up becomes easier. -
Make your morning enjoyable:
Give yourself a reason to get up. Make a special cappuccino you look forward to, enjoy a hobby, go for a walk, or play with your kids. Find something you love and plan it every morning.