Waking up early in the morning helps you enjoy life better. You may want to, but you are having difficulty because of late nights. Here are tips that help you get up early in the morning without suffering.
According to the famous saying, "The future for those who wake up early" cannot be denied by the fact that waking up early is useful, according to author Suissic Dolanoy, in a report published by the French magazine "Top Santi".
A recent trend - which appeared in the United States launched by the Personal Development Adviser and author of the book "The Miracle of the Morning" Hal El Rerod - has made this movement a way of life that has spread to many countries and turned thousands into "morning people". The success of this trend is that it promises you to become more successful in life, more efficient, wealthier and happier.
"Far from looking for efficiency, getting up early may be a tool to improve your well-being," says author and entrepreneur Isalo Bode Regen. By re-learning how to take care of yourself, you will find new momentum and generate more self-esteem and self-confidence.
Why should we wake up early?
According to expert Regin, "The aim of this approach is to start your day by giving yourself a moment of happiness before you start your life with others" such as playing sports, learning the Italian language for example, writing a blog, or engaging in yoga and meditation, or even drawing.
Whatever activities you choose, it is intended to turn it into a habit that you attend every morning. According to the expert, "The routine is our automatic transmission, because it works on its own."
What is its effect on the rest of the day?
Even if we think we can't get up in the morning, we will feel physical and mental refreshment after a night's sleep after a hard day's work. And if you decide to include exercise in your morning routine, you will benefit from its stimulating effect to continue your day, while if you exercise in the evening it may affect sleep.
And if meditation, reading or writing relieves stress and stimulates nerve cells, it is better to take advantage of its benefits throughout the day, not during sleep. In addition, the morning is a moment of calm that we should take full advantage of.
Do we sleep less time?
The goal is not to sleep less hours, but to wake up earlier than usual. To respect your bedtime, you must go to bed early at night. If you put the time to wake you up in the morning 30 minutes or an hour, it is normal for you to fall asleep before this period of time than usual at night.
The author emphasized that naps are also an effective option in this case. During the week, you can take a break of between five and ten minutes, and not exceed 20 minutes, whether at your workplace, in your car, or anywhere else.
According to the expert, "It is not necessary to lie down or sleep, just close your eyes, and try to relax your muscles and clear your mind," so taking a nap of five to ten minutes provides you with an hour or two of extra energy throughout the day. On the weekend, take a nap a little longer than 30 minutes to an hour and a half, which provides relief for the brain.
5 tips to get up early
Even when you are eager to get up early you will find it difficult some days. To overcome this laziness, here are some effective tips:
1. Place your alarm at the other end of the room, away from your bed. So you have to get up and move your body to stop it.
2. Wake up as soon as the alarm rings, and do not use the "snooze" button. Sleeping for an extra minutes is a wrong idea because consecutive awakenings will tire you more.
3. Set a date for the advancement and abide by it. This means sleeping at a specific time as well. The same applies to the weekend, even if you can allow yourself to sleep for more hours.
4. Use the dawn simulator that helps to wake up gently and especially at the right time.
5. Once you wake up, you can brush your teeth and wash your face with cold or lukewarm water, as this has an immediate and stimulating effect.
Meanwhile, without waiting, it is important to drink a large glass of water (with a little lemon juice to detoxify) to moisturize the body and help it wake up.
What do you do if you can't sleep early?
Even if we decide to become a “morning fan,” we will initially find it difficult to sleep earlier than usual. But some tips will help you fall asleep easily, including: eating a light dinner, turning off screens at least an hour before bed, as well as reducing lights and lowering the room temperature. And if you're having trouble falling asleep, expert Regin suggests "Hearing a voice talking to you, like the story we've been hearing from children, can help you sleep."
How do you define your goals?
The expert recommends setting a general goal and then pursuing it. If it comes to improving physical fitness, you'll notice that it begins with exercise, balanced eating, and rest.
For convenience, you can do meditation or relaxation exercises that allow you to generate a lot of energy in a short time.
For a healthier, more balanced diet, you can set aside ten or 15 minutes from morning time to prepare a healthy meal to eat at your job.
How do you keep your enthusiasm?
This is mainly due to the will. Just like muscle and memory, the more we work to boost will, the more it evolves. "It is important to take this mechanism into consideration and stick to it when we lack energy," says the expert.
Another option is to keep a logbook in which you record every progress you make. It sounds simple, but following your progress makes your goals more realistic. There are also "morning fans" communities on social media such as Facebook or Instagram, where advice and testimonies can be exchanged.
How does this pattern continue over time?
To succeed getting up early, it is important to know why you are doing this? Therefore, you have to take the time to define your goals accurately. "The more obscure our goals are, the less likely they are to be achieved," says Regen.