The way to complete the day beautifully starts with waking up refreshed. There are various ways and methods to start the day energetically and joyfully.
Those who have to wake up early to go to work or school cannot get out of bed with the same dynamism every day. Especially during seasonal transitions, it is difficult to adapt to the renewed atmosphere. Getting out of a warm bed in winter or a cool bed in summer can become a torment. This reluctance affects the entire day. However, implementing very practical applications is sufficient to start the day refreshed. For this, it is essential to first have a quality sleep process.
Do Not Eat Two Hours Before Bedtime
Start with your bedroom. Avoid dull or unpleasing colors on the walls; paint them a pleasant color that is easy on the eyes. Decorate the tops of your cabinets with photos and pictures of your loved ones.
Do not consume caffeinated beverages two hours before bedtime. Do not eat any food, including fruit. This way, you will complete the night with a healthy sleep without feeling the slightest stomach discomfort.
Do not sleep less than six hours a day. Regardless of whether it is too little or too much, fragmented and poor-quality sleep leads to a slowdown in metabolism and a decrease in physical and mental performance.
Do not keep devices that emit radiation and light, such as computers, phones, and televisions, in your room.
Pay Attention to Nutrition
Your eating habits directly affect the flow of your day. Prefer vegetable and protein-rich types for lunch and dinner. Ensure to consume fish at least twice a week to get Omega-3.
Stress is a significant issue in daily hustle, and a stressful day reflects into the night. Meeting with your loved ones frequently will help relieve your stress.
Set your alarm 15 minutes earlier and do not hit snooze once it starts ringing. This way, you will avoid the rush of getting out of bed and find yourself ample time. After spending a few minutes in bed during this quarter-hour, getting up with more relaxed and calm movements will be better for you. You will start the day both mentally and physically stronger.
Practice meditation to relax both your body and mind. This will make you more affectionate and help you ease your emotions, and its effect will spread throughout the day.
Showering is Beneficial Before and After Sleep
Wash your face with cold water and take a warm shower if possible. This accelerates your blood flow. It will help you sit at the breakfast table with more appetite. Additionally, taking a shower before sleep relaxes your muscles.
One of the things to do to start the day refreshed is exercise. Energize your body with simple exercises. Stretching for a long time right after waking up will be beneficial. If your workplace is within walking distance, walk there. Do not use the elevator in the buildings you are in during the day; take the stairs instead.
During sleep, our body loses water due to remaining still. Even if you do not feel thirsty when you wake up in the morning, make it a habit to drink a glass of water. Water will energize your body and speed up your metabolism.
Let the First Light of the Day Enter Your Room
In the morning, ensure that the first light of the day enters your room. Leaving a part of your curtain open is sufficient for this. The sunlight will trigger the release of adrenaline and melatonin hormones in your brain. When your alarm goes off, you will be physically ready to get out of bed.
Take a teaspoon of sugar at breakfast. According to scientific research, a small amount of sugar at breakfast strengthens your memory. Add high-protein foods like milk, yogurt, and eggs to your breakfast menu. Such a meal will keep you full until lunchtime.
While living today and preparing for tomorrow, do not get stuck in yesterday. If there is a lesson to be learned, take it, but nothing more. Whatever you have experienced, you have experienced. Do not ruin your today by dwelling too much on the past.
If, despite implementing all these practices, starting the day refreshed is not possible for you, consult a doctor. Get checked for the possibility of conditions such as vitamin D deficiency, insulin resistance, diabetes, and heart issues.
Practical Information for Parents
