When you first open your eyes, do you think, “Oh shoot, time to go!” or do you savor the stillness of morning? I get it, mornings can be hectic. But cultivating a morning routine can be a saving grace for your health and well-being.
Growing up, I was always running late. Rushing and procrastinating was my forte. During my yoga teacher training years ago, we were challenged to start a morning routine. I thought, “Wake up even earlier?! No way.” I soon experienced the power of tuning in and connecting first thing in the morning before we start the day. From that point on, it’s become a staple and I’ve experienced positive benefits in my mental, emotional and physical health.
Here’s my current morning routine and 4 tips to help you cultivate yours.
LEMON WATER
Lemon water first thing upon waking (and on an empty stomach) energizes the senses and supports the liver! Our liver cleanses our blood and detoxes our body from various toxins in our environment. Lemon water aids in producing healthy stomach bile, also adding to proper digestion, and detoxification. Lemons, even though they seem acidic, are actually alkaline when ingested! As a collective, we tend to be too acidic. Bringing down acidic pH minimizes inflammation, clears skin, reduces joint pain and so much more! Lemons are also a great source of Vitamin C, Potassium and Magnesium. It’s best to allow 30 minutes for the lemon water to process throughout your system.
DUMP JOURNAL
While the lemon water is waking up the body, I take this time to write. Grab a journal, open to a random page, don’t even worry about the date, and write away! This can be about your dreams the night before, thoughts about the coming day, prayer, song lyrics, a realization, goals – just write. Writing freely without parameters provides space for connection, clearing the mind + honest self-reflection…..Read more
