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Why How Your Start Your Day Matters

Have you ever had a morning where everything felt rushed? You couldn’t find your keys, your shirt was wrinkled, and you forgot to eat because you woke up late. Days like that can feel stressful. But what if you could start your day feeling calm, focused, and strong?

That’s why I’m a big fan of morning routines.

A morning routine means doing the same helpful things each morning to get ready for the day. It doesn’t need to be long or difficult. In fact, some of the most successful men in the world follow simple routines to feel their best.

1. Helps You Feel in Control

When you have a morning routine, you’re in charge of your day – not the other way around. You’re not reacting to the stress of the world. You’re preparing for it.

This can lower your stress hormones and help your mind stay calm. Just 10-30 minutes of quiet time in the morning can make a big difference in your mood.

2. Builds Discipline and Consistency

Waking up at the same time, and doing the same healthy habits every day builds discipline. This will help to provide a sense of structure, which reduces stress and uncertainty. 

3. Improves Mental Health

A peaceful morning can reduce anxiety and sadness. Many men find that when they start their day with prayer or meditation, or journaling, they feel more grounded and focused.

Simple habits like breathing deeply, stretching, reading some inspiring quotes, or writing a few intentions for the day can help clear your mind.

4. Boosts Energy and Focus

Moving your body in the morning – a quick walk or 10 pushups – gets your blood flowing. This helps your brain wake up and improves focus throughout the day.

A healthy breakfast, a glass of water with a pinch of sea salt in it, and sunlight on your face can make you feel alive and ready.

5. Sets the Tone for Success

When you start strong, you often stay strong. A good morning routine can make the rest of your day feel smoother and more successful. It helps you stay on track with your goals, whether they’re about work, health, or family.

Simple Morning Routine Ideas

Here are a few things you can try:

• Wake up at the same time each day.
• Drink a glass of water with a pinch of sea salt.
• Stretch or do 10–20 minutes of exercise.
• Pray, read, or journal for 5 minutes.
• Eat a healthy breakfast.
• Plan your top 3 tasks for the day.

Start with one or two, and add more slowly. The goal is progress, not perfection.

You Deserve a Strong Start

Your mornings matter. They set the tone for your whole day – and possibly your whole life. Taking just a little time for yourself each morning can lead to more peace, more strength, and more success. Peaceful, quiet mornings are a wonderful way to start the day.

Start small. Stay consistent. 

As mentioned by James Clear:

“You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems.”

Keep going, bro.

Sources and Resources

1. James Clear, Atomic Habits – https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits
2. Psychology Today: Routine Rest: Daily Habits for Good Mental Health – https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/conquering-codependency/202312/routine-reset-daily-habits-for-good-mental-health
3. Mayo Clinic: 7 Benefits of Physical Activity – https://newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/7-benefits-of-regular-physical-activity/
4. Huberman Lab: Using Salt to Optimize Mental and Physical Performance – https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/using-salt-to-optimize-mental-and-physical-performance