Self-care is very important. It is taking care of your mind, body, and soul.
Self-care does not have to be expensive. It doesn't matter if it is the simplest act or the greatest thing that you can do for yourself.
It is knowing your worth and doing things that lift your spirit. It makes you happy, makes you calm, and restores your energy.
Self-care routines are best performed in the morning so you'll have the right attitude to slay your day!
We all want a better morning. And the best way to have it is to take care of our mental, emotional, and physical health first thing in the morning.
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So, how do busy moms find time for self-care?
Make it a habit to do simple self-care routines before your kids wake up. You can use that quiet time to reflect, say your affirmations, and do something that makes you feel good about yourself.
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Try these 10 simple self-care routines that you can do to have better mornings.
1. Wake up 30 minutes earlier
Getting up while my two-year-old daughter is still asleep gives me the quiet time that I want for myself.
An extra 30 minutes for some routines that are important for my well-being.
This also gives me enough time to check my daily to-slay list planner.
An extra 30 minutes for some routines that are important for my well-being.
This also gives me enough time to check my daily to-slay list planner.
2. Disconnect from your phone
I avoid checking emails and social media very early in the morning. Emails and friends' social media posts on my news feed can take away that few minutes of my quiet time.
3. Pray and give thanks to God
My day should start with a short prayer. Acknowledging God and asking him for his guidance.
Praying is a privilege that we all have. We are all going through tough situations; know that you are not alone. Pray all your worries to God and trust him.
Praying is a privilege that we all have. We are all going through tough situations; know that you are not alone. Pray all your worries to God and trust him.
Trusting God's Plan is a book for women who believe in God but who sometimes struggle with worry, fear, and uncertainty.
4. Make the bed and de-clutter for 5 minutes
It is just a bed; it will be crumbled again anyway. But for me after a long tiring day, I would want to take a rest and sleep in a made bed.
5. Legs up the wall
I just read an article about the benefits of throwing your legs up the wall. It is a yoga position that has a calming effect on the nervous system. It also helps to quiet your mind.
6. Mantra for the day
I have a different mantra for each day depending on what I have planned for that day. Having a mantra helps me achieve my daily goals and stay motivated.
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7. Gratitude Log
My gratitude log has two purposes. I use this for the things I am grateful for and for the things I have accomplished for the day.
I know that accomplishments should not be written down in the gratitude log. But there were times that I felt I was not being productive as planned, so to keep myself sane I needed a reminder that I did great that day.
8. To-slay list
In order for me to ensure that everything will be taken care of, I need my to-slay list Planner I would rain check what needs to be done. What time things should be done and who should do it.
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9. Listening to Music or Podcast
I really love listening to music while doing some chores or routines in the morning.
Another option is listening to a business or mom’s podcast. This is a hobby that everyone should try. It will change your mindset for the better.
Another option is listening to a business or mom’s podcast. This is a hobby that everyone should try. It will change your mindset for the better.
10. Coffee
Strong coffee is heaven for me. I can knock out the day when I am boosted with caffeine. Go and check out these beautiful coffee mugs here.
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Love this list! To Do lists have honestly helped me so much lately to be productive! :)
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DeleteI love this! I think gratitude is so so important in getting a great start to your morning
ReplyDeleteGreat list! I try to never look at my phone first thing in the morning, but with family on the opposite coast, I do break this rule sometimes. I pray and thank God before getting out of my bed as a way to center myself.
ReplyDeleteI can connect to this post and thanks for sharing some awesome ways to stay organized every morning. I completely agree with you that moms are the busiest in the morning as they have to take care of everything right from family to household chores.
ReplyDeleteThese are great suggestions. I woke up 45 minutes before my kids just so I can look decent leaving the house. It gives me time to make lunches if I didn't the night before or grab a minute of quiet. I also play music in the mornings while I drink my coffee while my kids are eating breakfast. Gets us all moving!
ReplyDeleteMoms are definitely superheroes! I always check my social media before getting up from the bed... I should quit this bad habbit :)
ReplyDeleteAll these things are so well-known & should be put to practice! To-do lists really help!
ReplyDeleteI like your list! Music always helps me! And caffeine, of course.
ReplyDeleteGreat list. It's easy and you could accomplish it in a short time frame. I do wake up early but I could add a few more of these to my start.
ReplyDeleteThese are fantastic! I have so much to do in the next few months and I want to be more productive..especially in the mornings.
ReplyDeleteTo me the best time of day is when everyone else is a sleep. Whether it is morning or night it is just so peaceful without any interruptions.
ReplyDeleteOh yes, most definitely the coffee. I'm not so sure about the 30 minutes early lol It's hard enough for me to get up when I do haha I have always made a to do list, it keeps me more organized throughout my day. This is a great list and I will be implementing a few in my routine. Thank you
ReplyDeleteThis is absolutely great! I love reading about being productive and maximizing ways to do it. Definitely a great read and will share to friends too!
ReplyDeleteThis a a great list! My favorite suggestion is the gratitude log. In fact, I may develop one myself (or use the one I have more often!) .
ReplyDeleteI love this list. Definitely waking up early and spend quality time with the Lord is a great morning routine. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThis is a great list. Waking up before the baby does is amazing, let me tell ya I agree 10000% lol! Coffee is on my list as well. Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteWaking up earlier than I have to is probably the most difficult for me. I have never been a morning person lol. My mornings do involve coffee though :) I prefer cold but its a daily thing.
ReplyDeleteThese are some great ideas to get motivated everyday in the morning... I am a morning person and i love the way it feels when you wake up early morning :D
ReplyDeleteI'm going to have to use your tips and suggestions. I'm not a morning person, in fact, I'm not woke up good until after lunch. That's slightly exaggerated, lol. I love that cute alarm clock to pieces.
ReplyDeleteI've been waking up earlier these days and it does make me more productive! I need to try the legs up the wall trick.
ReplyDeleteCoffee is essential for me, haha! But I am a morning person and don't really have a problem getting my day started.
ReplyDeleteI keep telling myself I need to wake up a little earlier to have some time to myself, but I prefer my sleep even more. I have definitely become a coffee drinker since having kids!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing! This list is brilliant. I love the part making to do list for the day. It makes the work easier. But as I am not a morning person, I find it hard to get up 30 minutes early. But I will definitely try this out!I
ReplyDeleteWhat some great sounding morning routines to do I really need to try throwing my legs up the wall that sounds like it could really help me relax for the day.
ReplyDeleteI would add one more, prepping everything in the evening, from lunch boxes to kids clothes. It really makes my mornings much slower...
ReplyDeleteReally great list. Especially because it includes acknowledging God and keeping a gratitude list. I love it.
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ReplyDeletegreat tips. i'm going to try the legs up on the wall starting tomorrw. I need to incorporate the wake up 30 minutes earlier. I'm so lazy. it's not that I'm not up, it's that i refuse to get out of bed...lol.
ReplyDeletethis list is going to help a ton of people. My mornings always start with making my bed. it is an immediate sense of accomplishment.
ReplyDeleteYeah I really need to disconnect from my phone at night. All too often I keep it near me and I need those few moments with myself in private and quiet. Thanks for the reminder.
ReplyDeleteI like you sharing what has worked for you. I should try not checking my phone first thing in the morning and save that time I lose online.
ReplyDeleteI do many of these things you mentioned. I try my best to wake up a little earlier than my homeschoolers & I give God thanks for a new day of life. I usually grab my phone to check the time and stay relaxing in bed. I like the idea you mentioned of having a daily mantra. I'm going to definitely write some down so I have them ready for the choosing each day. And a to-do list always helps me with productivity... the days I don't write them down, I end up spinning in circles!
ReplyDeleteI love the idea of having a gratitude log. I think that would help a lot with keeping me motivated.
ReplyDeleteThese are on my to -do list every morning but life with a sleepless baby is so difficult. I hope I can catch up
ReplyDeletethis is a great list and making a to do list is always my go to in the morning. helps me keep focused all day!
ReplyDeleteThese are all helpful tips. I will start doing the gratitude log and make it as one of my motivation.
ReplyDeleteI am def trying the leg up ideas! I already make my bed each morning but spending 5 minutes to declutter will totally save me time and stress at a later date!
ReplyDeleteSome great tips. Love the legs on the wall idea. Definitely will try!
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These are really thought provoking tips. I am going to try these to see how much more it helps!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the great list of info. Most of those are essential especially the gratitude log and to-do list are a great way to start the morning.
ReplyDeleteMy mornings are chaotic :-) What has really helped me alot is having everything ready to go the night before and lists - I honestly could not function without list to help me remember everything. Thank You so much for the extra tips - I am going to start putting them into practice
ReplyDeleteMornings are the worst for me. This is some really awesome advice for me.
ReplyDeleteLove this list. I did make it part of my routine not to look at my phone in the mornings anymore. Those 10 minutes of peace and doing nothing is so worth more than checking notifications.
ReplyDeleteI love the way you begin your day, especially giving gratitude, decluttering for 5 minutes and listening to music. What a great way to greet the morning and start off right! :-)
ReplyDeleteWoohhhh!! Will surely keep all these things noted. This would really help me from my busy/hectic schedule
ReplyDeleteThese are some great tips. I really wish I could wake up 15 mins earlier than I do so it wouldn't be so hectic. I do have a to do list but need to make sure it's not too long. I put up way too much on it so it becomes over whelming.
ReplyDeleteGreat tips! I need my morning coffee otherwise I can't function! I like going to a well made bed. So that's one of my pet peeves.
ReplyDeleteGreat suggestions to better the day. Thanks
ReplyDeleteI am always trying to find a better morning routine. I am so bad about waking up and being productive. I always try and set my alarm earlier than I need to, but it never seems to work. I am definitely going to try some of these tomorrow! Great post!
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Sleeping early at nighttime and waking up early, withva fresh brwed coffee keeps me motivated in the morning.
ReplyDeleteAnd good breakfast as well.
i love the legs up the wall tip - it's so true and I've totally forgotten about it!
ReplyDeleteI love this! Setting up a good morning routine can make all the difference in your whole day. Thanks for sharing :)
ReplyDeleteMornings can be so helpful! I love your tips, especially the last two!
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ReplyDeleteThese are really good tips; I always have a routine for almost everything so I understand the importance of a routine esp in the morning
ReplyDeleteReally good tips, and thoughts on just having time for yourself! X
ReplyDeleteI really liked your list, and it made me smile to see that we share a lot of these morning routine points. It's so important to get the day started off on the right foot!
ReplyDeleteI woke up an hour in advance, have my coffee and check my emails while having breakfast. Its nice to have a routine!
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad I just came across this post again! - loved it the first time I read it, STILL love it! Many of these things I have done before or do currently, and they have all made a huge difference - but rereading = a good reminder of the few more I can add to my morning to kick-start it even more!!! Thanks! :)
ReplyDeleteThis is a great list, I wish I was disciplined to follow it.. I'm so lazy in the mornings!
ReplyDeleteI love these. All I would have to do is substitute the coffee with a tea, and I think it will be easy for me to complete this whole list. I do about half of the list already.
ReplyDeleteGreat insight here. Waking earlier and giving thanks to God is very vital to me. It gives a positive and great day ahead.
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ReplyDeleteI love your list and especially the getting up 30 minutes earlier
ReplyDeleteReally great post. I think this is useful for anyone to be more productive.
ReplyDeleteAwesome! Simple tips and not too overly complicated or too much but just some energizing and empowering stuff to do in the morning. I like the legs up on the wall. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE planning my morning! This is such a great goal for all moms to strive for! Thank you for the list!
ReplyDeleteI always love starting the day in a quiet house with my coffee before the littles start to wake up. It's a wonderful start to any day!
ReplyDeleteA good morning routine paves the way to a wonderful day! I especially love that you brought up gratitude journaling! It has such a powerful impact, and long term helps us train ourselves to find the silver lining and look on the bright side. It's truly a beautiful gift to yourself. Thanks a ton for sharing :)
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