Make your mornings amazing.
I don’t want to jinx myself, but I think we’re finally at a point where I can wake up and start the day at a reasonable time (say, 6 AM), on my own terms (i.e. not to feed a small babe), at least a few days a week. On those days, I do my best to embrace a few quiet moments, be even a tiny bit more productive than usual, and set the tone for an amazing day.
Or, like… maybe just an average, mostly normal one. But why not aim for amazing?
MAKE YOUR MORNING AMAZING
Step 1: Do not look at your phone. I repeat: Do not look at your phone. This is your chance to start your day with your thoughts, your ideas, your plans. The easiest way to derail these thoughts, ideas and plans… is to be consumed by someone else’s thoughts, ideas and plans. Or, like, emails and tweets and news stories. You might sneak in a quick meditation, read your favorite poem, start a morning pages habit, or simply say to yourself, “Today’s gonna be a good day.” I like think over the Dalai Lama’s morning prayer… but sometimes, I just simply say, “Be good.” Here are a few more morning reading recommendations.
Step 2: Make a quick, easy and nourishing breakfast. I used to be a breakfast skipper, mostly because I “didn’t have time.” I’ve learned to prioritize my morning meal, though, and find myself feeling way less hungry (read: cranky) and way more energized. My go-to lately: A bowl of fruit, a rice cake and a Protein Superfood smoothie using Amazing Grass’ new chocolate peanut butter powder, some ice and skim milk. The plant-based powder is a mix of peas, chia, quinoa and hemp, along with 7 alkalizing greens and 9 nutrient-dense fruits and vegetables.
Step 3: Move a little. You might go for a run, you might do some gentle stretching (I love this 10 minute sequence from MindBodyGreen). Either way, there are definite perks (and research to back them up) to working out in the morning.
Step 4: Match your manicure to your marble countertops. Step 4 is purely optional.
Want to win some Amazing Grass Protein Superfood powder (your choice of Original, Vanilla or Peanut Butter Chocolate)? Leave a comment below! One winner will be chosen on Saturday, August 6th. (Giveaway is open to US residents.)
As a Sweat Pink Ambassador, I am happy to partner with Amazing Grass on this sponsored post.
Also On Tap for Today:
- Save 40% off your online purchase at amazinggrass.com by using the code 40SWEATPINK2
- Two podcasts to kick of your day on a positive note: Moxie & Glow with Chase, and Soul Chat with Lauren and Kristi
- 10 must-read books that will make you ridiculously productive from Medium
How do you make your mornings amazing?
Comments (10)
amy
August 3, 2016 at 2:53 pm
This protein powder would be great to try:)!
Tracey C
August 3, 2016 at 2:59 pm
The chocolate peanut protein powder sounds amazing! I do feel my best on days when I start with a 6am heated yoga class or a several mile jog. But I always start my day by looking at my phone…it’s my clock!
valerie sobus
August 3, 2016 at 3:09 pm
i love mornings. these are some great tips…especially number one. (although i have to admit that i don’t follow it). i look forward to getting up on my own terms a few years from now (until then, baby alarm clock it is 😉 ). i split a smoothie every day with my 1.5 year old, and we would love to try this protein powder…the chocolate peanut butter sounds especially amazing 😀 oh and i got a good laugh from step 4 :p
Starla
August 3, 2016 at 6:42 pm
Awesome tips. Lately my hours have been quite hectic due to the hours I work but I love a good morning ritual that gets my day going great. I would love to try the vanilla flavor!
Ali
August 3, 2016 at 7:27 pm
I am obsessed with amazing grass! We actually use the kids version for Ethan to since he refuses vegetables 75% of the time 😉 I would love to give the peanut butter flavor a try!
Michelle
August 3, 2016 at 9:40 pm
I’m not at that point yet… But on the rare mornings that I am up with one or zero little cherubs to tend to, I go on my back deck and water my flowers and take a few deep breaths and enjoy the peace and quiet before everything starts. Sets a great tone for the whole day !
Wendy
August 4, 2016 at 12:07 am
I love the recommendations. 🙂 Also Peanut Butter Chocolate sounds awesome.
Stacie
August 4, 2016 at 1:47 am
Great post!! I am NOT a morning person (read: don’t talk to me until I speak first). So, to brighten my morning my Step 1 is to always cuddle and play with my dog then start my day.
Thanks to you and Amazing Grass for the giveaway! I would love to try the chocolate peanut butter flavor 🙂
Corinne
August 4, 2016 at 2:17 pm
I would love to try the chocolate peanut butter! Thank you 🙂
Kim Bulic
August 5, 2016 at 9:27 am
The chocolate peanut butter protein sounds like it would be really good. I like to start my day with a cup of green tea.