The most important thing you can do is have a positive mindset. According to mayoclinic.org, “Positive thinking helps with stress management and can even improve your health.” I believe the most important part of anyone’s day is how they wake up. Having a positive and optimistic approach can make a difference in the outcome of your day.
Here are some steps to help you do this:
- Remind yourself that waking up is a blessing. Tomorrow is never guaranteed. This fact keeps me grounded and humble.
- Be grateful that you have an opportunity to be better. What I like to do is remind myself of my goals. For instance, this semester I am striving to achieve a higher grade point average. I wake up and review key notes before a test or quiz in order to get closer to my goal.
- Appreciate what you have as you wake. It is easy to forget that you woke up with a roof over your head and slept on a mattress. According to endhomelessness.org, as of 2016, there are over 500,000 people that are homeless in America. Enjoy the privileges you have.
- Be ready to enjoy the day ahead. Some days are less enjoyable because of some tasks that lie ahead, but it is important to not count the day as boring or less important.
Each day can present something new and exciting if you keep your eyes open.
Morning optimism is something everyone should try. These steps help me everyday with my positivity. I hope that when you apply this to your routine, that you get the results that I get or better. There are different approaches that can be used, but for me, this is a recipe for success. Your growth as a person depends on how you treat yourself, so treat yourself well.