My Morning Routine: The Power of Daily Rituals
If you’ve read my day in the life post, you know how full my days can be. But today, let’s dive deeper into how I start each morning—and why these simple rituals matter so much.
✨ Skin Care First, Always
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: skin care matters. It’s the first thing I do once I’m up and at it.
Here’s my quick routine (takes under 3 minutes!):
- Cleanse with a facial cleanser or micellar water (especially if I’m in a hurry)
- Apply a facial mist moisturizer
- Add a hydrating serum that really seeps into the skin
- Seal it with a cream moisturizer with SPF
It’s fast, refreshing, and makes me feel awake and cared for. Even if nothing else goes right in my day, my skin is glowing and protected.
☕ Caffeine, Water, and Meds
From there, I prep my drinks:
- Coffee (non-negotiable)
- Water
- And usually a Mountain Dew Zero (yes, it’s my guilty pleasure)
I also take my morning medications and vitamins, setting the foundation for a healthy day.
🗓️ Plan, Journal, Manifest
With my drinks in hand, I sit at my desk and check my daily schedule—what meetings are on deck, what tasks need attention.
Then I journal, and this part is key to my mindset:
- I write down three goals I have for the month
- Then I write down one thing I’m grateful for
This simple repetition keeps my goals top-of-mind and cultivates a gratitude-driven attitude. It grounds me and helps me manifest what I’m working toward.
💰 Yes, I Budget Daily
Next up: daily budgeting.
I know this isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, but here’s what I do:
- Track anything I spent the day before
- Reconcile my checkbook and accounts
- Confirm automated payments have gone through
This tiny habit gives me financial peace of mind and keeps surprises at bay. Bonus points if I remembered to take something out of the freezer for dinner—because that’s real life!
🥤 Breakfast? Maybe. Exercise? Soon.
I’m not a big breakfast person. But if I get hungry, I might drink a protein shake.
One thing I want to add? Exercise.
But truthfully, I’m out of shape and nervous to begin. So if you’ve got gentle routines or encouraging tips—I’m all ears.
🧘♀️ Simple, Grounding, Doable
That’s it. No elaborate rituals. No long meditations or hour-long workouts. Just me, my coffee, my skin care, and a few grounding habits that help me start the day with clarity and calm.
💬 Your Turn
How do you start your day? Do you have any small rituals that make a big difference?
And seriously—how do you incorporate exercise when you’re starting from zero?
Let’s chat in the comments 💬
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