If you’re anything like me, mornings are busy. Up early, showers, kids, breakfasts, drop-offs, and all before I start work! My mornings were hectic until I started doing something differently….
Let’s be honest, with small kids, life is busy busy. Getting up early, then showers, dressing, feeding and looking after kids, breakfasts, drop-offs, and all before I started work! Needless to say, it was like a race, and by 8.30am, I’m already starting to feel the burn.
I realised this had to change!
I observed my routine and realised that my mind was lacking clarity and calm BEFORE I started my actual workday. I was super wound up, simply due to the pressures and pace at which I had to move, thus resulting in having an impact on my performance in my work.
So what I did was somewhat of a revelation! I created a “Morning Clarity” session in my calendar, and practised the following:
- Pressed play on a meditation playlist in Spotify, set a 10-minute alarm, and sat on the floor, back to the wall and meditated (with deep breathing techniques).
- Once the alarm went off, walked outside and ran a 2-minute deep breathing exercise (for fresh air)
- Then, drank a large glass of water whilst giving gratitude (for about a minute)
And guess what….after only a week of doing this, I felt AMAZING!! Not only was I calm, but my mind was also clear, I felt refreshed and ready to attack the day.
I have continued this for over a month now, and my performance at work has improved dramatically. By simply following these steps (for only 13 minutes) just before I start work, I am now priming myself to achieve superior daily performance. And I feel great!
Give it a try, I hope it helps you too!
As a Business Coach, I love helping to inspire and educate business owners so that they reach their full potential. If you would like to “tap into” your businesses potential, or would simply like to chat to me, feel free to reach out to me at chris@upcoach.com.au
