10 Morning Habits to Start Off Your Day
***UPDATED 7/12/24*** I have a morning routine and if I deviate from that routine, my day is all out of sorts. Also, if you are someone that deals with depression and/or anxiety, a routine could make a noticeable difference in your mental health. Any therapist will tell you the many benefits of starting your day this way. When we make a morning routine part of our day, we develop habits that soon feel second nature. So let's talk about some of the things you might want to add to your morning routine. Everyone's morning routine will be different, so the suggestions on this list are meant to be a starting point and happen to be my morning routine. Experiment with what works for you, and remember the key is consistency. 1. Put off checking your phone. This is a hard one because we all seem to be addicted to our cell phones or tablets. Plus the information we see first thing in the morning can cause stress. Why not delay this action a bit? It's better to maintain a general lev...