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Here's how you kickstart your day positively and energetically
Waking up well-rested is the key to a positive and energetic start. To wake up refreshed, it's important to get a good night's sleep. During our sleep, we recharge so that we can start a new day with energy!
Tips for maximizing your sleep:
- Most adults need 7.5 to 9 hours of sleep per night. It's very personal, so you probably know if you need more or less.
- Keep your bedroom cool and comfortable, not warmer than 19 degrees, and open a window for ventilation.
- Make it dark and as quiet as possible for the best sleep.
- Turn off all screens an hour before bedtime. TV or smartphone screens keep your brain active, making it hard to relax. Instead, read a book or listen to an audiobook.
If you struggle to sleep well, extra magnesium can help you relax and unwind for better sleep.
2. Start with Positive Thoughts
Various studies show that expressing gratitude leads to more happiness and positivity (1). Try making it a habit to actively think about everything you're grateful for.
3. Allocate Enough Time for Your Morning Routine
Rushing leads to stress and negativity. Waking up, quickly showering, racing to work, and eating at your desk is a recipe for a day where you're playing catch-up.
Plan your morning with a bit of extra time, and keep your routine simple. Getting up, showering, dressing, and having breakfast are often enough.
And if you have some extra time...
4. Get Moving!
We know it's tough to get yourself to do it, but if you have the discipline, you'll enjoy this tip.
Go for a run in the early morning, do some yoga exercises, or a quick home workout. Exercise releases endorphins (known as the 'happiness hormone'), giving you a positive feeling. Achieving something early in the morning sets a positive tone for the day.
To make the most of it, exercise outdoors: the fresh air and sunlight give you even more energy (2,3).
Check out: 7 home workouts to stay active.
5. Healthy Breakfast
Starting your day with exercise already gives you a good feeling, and the same goes for a healthy breakfast. A healthy breakfast provides the fuel to kickstart your day.
Consider options like:
- Yogurt with fruit, nuts, seeds, and muesli.
- A slice of toasted whole-grain bread with avocado and other green vegetables.
- A tasty protein-rich red fruit smoothie or a healthy and easy breakfast shake.
Take your daily vitamins during breakfast. It gives your body the best start for a positive day!
Read more: How to (quickly) make a healthy breakfast?
6. Organize Your Tasks
It brings peace of mind to make a list of what's ahead for the day. You can do this at the beginning of the day, perhaps during breakfast. But even better, do it the night before. That way, you won't be lying in bed thinking about it.
Also, plan something enjoyable to do at the end of the day. This way, you have something to look forward to on days when there are more 'must-dos' on the schedule.
7. Meditate
Meditation has many scientifically proven benefits. Research shows that it reduces stress, can strengthen the immune system, and helps you sleep better. Moreover, it clears your mind and brings you peace. So, it's an ideal activity to start your day!
Read more: 12 scientifically proven benefits of meditation.
8. Let Your Phone Snooze a Bit Longer
The last tip is quite practical: don't check your smartphone right away when you wake up. The messages, emails, and social media can wait until you're fully awake and ready to tackle them. This helps prevent feeling rushed in the early morning.
Kickstart your day positively and energetically!
With the eight tips in this article, you'll start your day much more energetically and positively. But remember, vitamins and minerals are also essential for an energetic body and a positive mind.
Feel like something's missing? Take the online vitamin test. After a few questions, you'll know which vitamins and minerals will benefit you the most.
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