Hi, Dr. Laura!
I've discovered that what I do the night before makes an enormous difference in my ability to wake up early in the morning. Here's what I do to get prepared:
The Evening Before Work
- Stop what I'm doing by 9:00pm, at the latest.
- Plan what I'd like to accomplish the next morning before work.
- Make sure everything is tidied up.
- Set my coffee maker to come on at the appointed time.
- After washing up and brushing my teeth, I turn on a a fan for some white noise and climb into bed. I spend a few moments in thanks to God; for the day and asking His blessing throughout the night.
In The Morning
- When the alarm goes off, I turn on the light. Usually I immediately get out of bed, brush my teeth and head for the coffee. (Once in awhile, I close my eyes again for a couple of minutes)
- I love the quiet of the morning hours and hate rushing--therefore, I allow plenty of time to sit and sip before I'm required to really think or do anything.
- After morning prayers I either work out, work on my parenting blog, practice piano, or sometimes go to the driving range to hit some balls.
- Then to work!
I'm recently divorced after 34 years of marriage. Being alone froze me for awhile. You've inspired me to do more than I think I can, and my life has been enormously enriched because of it!
Thank you!
Kate
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