Alright, Type B Moms, let’s talk about mornings—the chaotic, coffee-fueled, last-minute-hauling-kids-into-the-car vibe that we know all too well. If mornings have you feeling like a hot mess express, I’m here to tell you that you can flip the script. And no, I’m not talking about transforming into some Type A superhero who wakes up at 4 a.m. to meditate and run a 5K. (Hard pass, right?)
Instead, let’s lean into the power of a morning routine that works for you. A routine that’s as chill or flexible as you need it to be but still sets you up for a day where you feel like you’ve actually got your ish together. Here’s the deal: it’s all about starting slow, building momentum, and doing it in a way that feels natural—not forced.
Why a Morning Routine Is a Game-Changer
Mornings are the launchpad for your day. Nail your morning, and you’re setting yourself up for smoother sailing. But here’s the tea: if you try to do too much too fast, you’ll be drowning in overwhelm before you’ve even had your first sip of coffee.
We’ve all been there—writing out a morning plan that looks like:
- Wake up at 5:30
- Do yoga
- Journal 3 pages
- Make a green smoothie
- Read a chapter of a self-help book
- Shower and get fully ready before the kids wake up
It’s ambitious, but let’s be real: day two, you’re hitting snooze and rolling over. The trick is to start with one thing. Master that, then add on. You’re not climbing Mount Everest; you’re building a staircase—one step at a time.
Step One: Start Small and Keep It Chill
Pick one thing to focus on in the morning—just one. Maybe it’s drinking a glass of water first thing. Or doing a five-minute stretch. Or even just waking up at a consistent time. (Consistency is key, babe.) Once you’ve nailed that one thing and it’s feeling easy, then you can add something else.
Here’s the beauty of this approach: it’s sustainable. You’re not overwhelming yourself with a million changes at once. You’re creating a routine that actually sticks because it feels doable.
Step Two: Timing Is Everything—Literally
Let’s talk alarm clocks. If you’re just picking a random time to wake up (like, “Hmm, 6:00 a.m. sounds good”), your brain knows you’re bluffing. Cue the internal dialogue: Do I really need to get up right now? And then, boom—snooze button.
Here’s the hack: time yourself doing your morning tasks. Yes, it sounds weird, but it works.
- How long does it take you to brush your teeth, wash your face, and get dressed?
- What about making breakfast or getting the kids’ stuff together?
Once you’ve got a realistic sense of how much time you actually need, set your alarm for the exact moment you need to get up to make it all happen. Knowing you’ve set a legit time (based on actual data, thank you very much) makes it so much easier to roll out of bed when the alarm goes off. Your brain can’t argue with science.
Step Three: Keep It Flexible
Look, life happens. Kids wake up early, someone’s shoe goes missing, or the toddler decides today’s the day they hate cereal. Your morning routine isn’t about perfection; it’s about progress. If you don’t hit every step, every day, it’s fine. Adjust, pivot, and keep moving forward.
Here’s the golden rule: your morning routine should serve you, not stress you out. If something isn’t working, tweak it. This is your routine, and it should feel good—not like one more thing on your never-ending to-do list.
Step Four: Celebrate Your Wins
Did you wake up when the alarm went off? High five. Did you drink that glass of water? Gold star for you. Celebrate the little victories, because they add up. The more you acknowledge your progress, the more motivated you’ll be to keep going.
Final Thoughts
Creating a morning routine isn’t about transforming overnight or copying someone else’s vibe. It’s about finding what works for you and building it step by step. Start slow, keep it realistic, and remember: small changes lead to big results.
So, what’s the first thing you’re going to try? Let me know in the comments—I’d love to cheer you on! And if you’re ready to dive deeper into creating a morning routine that actually sticks, check out my Wake Up and Slay Mini Course—it’s designed with moms like you in mind. Let’s slay those mornings, one step at a time.
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