Because chaos doesn’t have to be your forever mood.
We’ve all been there—your routine was going so well, and then BAM: life throws a tantrum. Maybe you got sick. Maybe the kids got sick. Maybe there was a vacation, a school break, or just one of those weeks where everything that could go wrong… did.
Now your mornings feel like a dumpster fire. You're waking up late, yelling across the house like a human alarm clock, and wondering how it all fell apart again.
Spoiler: You’re not lazy. You’re not broken. You’re just in a messy season—and you don’t need a full personality transplant to get your mornings back on track.
You just need a reset plan.
Let’s break it down.
Why Your Morning Routine Fell Apart
(and Why It’s Not Your Fault)
Here’s the real deal: most morning routines are built for people who don’t have to reheat their coffee 3 times before drinking it.
Type A moms (no hate) love a color-coded, 17-step morning routine that starts at 4:45am. But if you’re more of a Type B or “Hot Mess Mom” energy, that just ain’t it. You’re adaptable, creative, and roll with the chaos—but that also means your routines are more fragile when life hits.
Some common things that throw us off:
- Vacation or holiday breaks
- Sick kids or rough sleep
- Seasonal changes (hi, summer break)
- Mental load overload
- Straight-up burnout
If your routine fell apart, it’s not a sign of failure—it’s a sign that it needs to flex with real life.
3 Signs It’s Time for a Morning Reset
Sometimes we don’t realize how off-track we are until our mornings feel like a hot mess express. Here’s how to know it’s time for a reset:
1. You’re Snoozing More Than You’re Slaying
If hitting snooze is your morning workout, your body is probably begging for a reset. You’re not lazy—you’re tired or mentally drained.
2. Mornings Feel Like a Fire Drill
If you're yelling “PUT YOUR SHOES ON” 47 times and still leaving the house in a panic, that’s not a vibe. Chaos isn’t the only option.
3. You Forgot What "Me Time" Feels Like
If the only quiet moment you get is scrolling at midnight in the bathroom—same. But that’s a sign your mornings need space for you.
The Simple “Reset Routine” You Can Try Tomorrow Morning
Don’t overthink this. Resetting doesn’t mean rebuilding from scratch—it means easing your way back in. Here's how to jumpstart your mornings without shocking your system.
✅ Step 1: Prioritize Sleep First
Seriously, don’t try to wake up early if you’re running on fumes. Tonight, give yourself a decent bedtime. It doesn’t have to be perfect—just earlier than your usual scroll-until-midnight routine.
Hot Tip: Try a “bedtime basket” with calming stuff like a book, lavender lotion, or even a snack. Trick your brain into wanting to wind down.
✅ Step 2: Set a No-Screen Zone
Phones are the enemy of rest. Try putting it down 30 minutes before bed and replacing it with something that doesn’t hype up your brain.
Not ready to go full unplugged? No judgment. Just charge your phone across the room so you’re less likely to scroll or snooze.
✅ Step 3: The 2-Minute Win
In the morning, before diving into kid chaos or work mode, give yourself ONE thing you can win at in 2 minutes.
Ideas:
- Drink a glass of water
- Write down 3 things you’re grateful for
- Stretch or breathe (literally, that’s it)
- Do your skincare
- Say an affirmation like “Today, I choose calm over chaos.”
These tiny wins stack. They remind your brain: “Hey, I can do this.”
Bonus Tip: Rebuild with Vibes, Not Pressure
You don’t need to go back to your old routine if it wasn’t working. Use what I call the “Vibe Check Method.” Ask yourself:
What kind of energy do I need this morning?
Is it chill and grounding? Is it hype and energizing? Match your routine to your mood—not what Pinterest says is perfect.
Freebie Time: Your Morning Reset Plan
Feeling this? I made a free little cheat code just for you:
The 5-Minute Morning Hack —a plug-and-play reset that’ll help you feel human again before 9am.
You’ll get:
- Sample mini-morning routines for every mood
- Habit tracker to stay consistent (even when life’s messy)
- Mindset boosters so you don’t spiral when you miss a day
You’re One Reset Away From Feeling Like You Again
If you’re tired of surviving your mornings, it’s time to reset—gently, with grace, and in a way that actually fits your life. You don’t need perfection. You need a little momentum and a plan that works with your real energy.
You’ve got this. And if you need help, I’ve got you.
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