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Altering your current morning routine can help you minimize stress and be more productive throughout your day.
- A morning routine can make you more productive and set you up for success all day.
- Designing your morning routine to minimize stress can make it easier to get up in the morning if you're not usually a morning person.
- Experiment with the below tips to find a morning schedule that works for you.
I straddle the line between being a night owl and an early bird. Although you won't find me sleeping through the day, I have a tough time jumping out of bed each morning.
But sometimes I wonder if not taking advantage of the mornings could be hampering my success. It's well-documented that some of the most successful people, including Apple CEO Tim Cook and Ellevest CEO Sallie Krawcheck, are early risers, beginning their respective days at or before 4 a.m., according to The Wall Street Journal.
I've found that the key to reaping the benefits of being a morning person is to plan ahead. Once I developed a morning routine, I was able to have a stress-free start that in turn mentally set me up for success as the day progressed.
Read on for tips for an ideal morning routine for someone who hates mornings: