I used to wake up and immediately check my phone—emails, social media, notifications screaming at me before I even had coffee. Unsurprisingly, I was cranky, overwhelmed, and permanently behind before 9 a.m. Then I decided to start small: no screens for the first 30 minutes. Just coffee, journaling, and reading one page of something inspiring. That tiny ritual? It changed everything.
I don’t dread mornings anymore. I crave them. A good morning ritual isn’t about productivity—it’s about presence. It tells your brain, “We’re starting slow. We’ve got this.” Whether it’s lighting a candle, stretching, or just sipping tea in silence, it matters.
Want to understand how simple rituals can actually improve your workday? This Forbes article breaks it down perfectly.
