When Your Morning Routine Becomes a Burden — And how to Create One That Actually Serves You
The advice of having a morning routine that helps you “win the day (week, your whole life)” is everywhere if you’re reading about self-improvement and -fulfillment and are looking for ways to become a better, more mindful, more grounded, more successful person. Which makes sense, since the largest part of your life is actually made up of the small things that you do on a daily basis.
However, after trying countless daily routines and getting frustrated by my perceived failure in not being able to follow the outlined path to success, I started to adopt a different perspective regarding morning routines — and it was a complete game-changer.
Most articles and advice that deal with morning routines regard the following elements to be vital for a good morning routine:
- The time you wake up (early!)
- Mental hygiene: Acts of meditation and mindfulness
- Physical movement: Exercise, yoga, daily workouts, etc.
They mostly conclude with this advice: Stay consistent. Keep at it, even if it sometimes sucks, as it’ll serve you in the long run.
It makes sense as there are countless case studies, podcasts, and books revolving around highly successful people…
