Would you sooner wake up feeling confident and energized about your day or feel dread and anxiety as you think about a long to-do list? Personally, I like to start my day with positive energy and confidence.
How can I change my perception of chronic illness?
Positivity Impacts Productivity
Barbara Fredrickson, a positive psychology researcher at the University of North Carolina, has found that positive thoughts help to improve our outlook and productivity. Her study proved that not only does a positive outlook help our productivity, but it also increases our creative thinking and problem-solving. It has the power to transform our daily lives.
A Sure Start to Your Morning
The best way to let the power of positivity transform your day is to look at your current morning routine. Do you hit the snooze alarm several times only to have to race out of bed at the last minute? Do you find yourself speeding to work or constantly running to catch a bus? Does it feel like you can never slow down and catch your breath?
Regardless of where you work (in an office or at home), if you find yourself oversleeping, feeling rushed, or anxious all the time, it doesn’t equal a great start to your day
Each of us has a different way to start our mornings. Therefore, it is essential to discover what brings calm, joy, relaxation and positivity to your day.
Redefine your routine by your needs
- Do you need 15 minutes to savor your morning coffee, or does a workout fit your morning routine better?
- Do you want to start your day feeling grounded with meditation, yoga or prayer?
- Do you enjoy reading while you eat your breakfast, or do you need to catch up on the world news?
- Does writing in your journal give a calm and peaceful start?
- Do you have a solid plan to attack the priority items for the day?
- Does getting out in nature for a morning walk make you feel energized?
- Finding the right way to start your day can help build positivity and energy in your life. But, regardless of your choice, the trick is to remain consistent with your routine each day of the week.
When you keep the routine, you build easy habits in your life and provide yourself with an outlet for stressful times. Finding what brings positivity into your life is the first step. It can be as easy as trying something and noting how it affects your mood and energy level. Embracing positivity isn’t just good self-care; it’s a potent form of self-love. One you deserve.
Add Supportegy to your weekly routine
If this seems like a daunting task, have no fear, great health and wellness coaches can help you create the perfect, energy-building, positivity-embracing morning routine. Are you looking for a change to your weekly routine? At Supportegy, we offer a variety of large group, small group and 1:1 coaching sessions to help you find ways to cope with chronic illness and access help. Need something closer to home? Each of our coaching sessions are available online and in person. Let’s connect and get started on discovering life beyond chronic illness.