Want to become more of a morning person?
Whether you’re trying to fit in a morning walk, enjoy breakfast without rushing or simply give yourself a little more breathing room before the day begins, waking up earlier can sound great in theory.
Actually getting out of bed when the alarm goes off is another story.
Rather than completely overhauling your routine overnight, a few simple changes can make earlier mornings feel much more achievable.
1. Start With Your Nighttime Routine
An easier morning starts with a good night before it.
Create a simple wind-down routine that signals the end of your day. That might mean making a cup of tea, reading, having a shower or preparing a few things for tomorrow.
You can also make your morning easier by doing little jobs in advance — laying out your clothes, preparing breakfast or writing tomorrow’s to-do list.
The less you have to think about when you've just woken up, the better.
2. Create a Consistent Wake-Up Time
If you’re trying to wake earlier, consistency can help.
Rather than dramatically changing your alarm from one day to the next, try working towards a wake-up time that realistically fits your lifestyle.
If your ideal morning is much earlier than your current one, you don't necessarily need to make the change all at once. Give yourself time to adjust to your new routine.
Most importantly, make sure an earlier alarm isn't simply taking time away from the sleep you need.
3. Put Some Distance Between You and the Snooze Button
If hitting snooze has become an automatic part of your morning, make it slightly less convenient.
Try placing your alarm somewhere that requires you to sit up or get out of bed to switch it off.
Once you're up, resist the temptation to climb straight back under the covers. Open the curtains, get some water or head into another room and start the next part of your morning.
4. Let the Morning Light In
Once you're awake, open the curtains or blinds and let some natural light into the room.
Better yet, step outside while you drink some water, take the dog out or enjoy your morning coffee.
It’s a simple way to transition from sleeping to starting your day and gives you a reason to move away from the bed.
5. Get Moving
You don't have to launch straight into a workout.
A few stretches, walking around the house or stepping outside for a short walk can help you start moving after a night in bed.
If music helps, put on a favourite song or morning playlist while you get ready.
The goal isn't to create the world's most productive morning. It's simply to get yourself moving.
6. Give Yourself Something to Look Forward To
Getting out of bed becomes a little easier when there’s something enjoyable waiting for you.
Your morning incentive could be:
- Your favourite breakfast
- A podcast you only listen to in the morning
- A quiet walk
- Ten minutes with a book
- A favourite playlist
- A really good coffee
Your morning doesn't need to begin with chores. Building in something you enjoy can make getting up feel a lot more appealing.
7. Make Your Morning Coffee Worth Getting Up For
If the promise of coffee is what gets you out of bed, we completely understand.
Turn your usual coffee into a small morning ritual by trying a new flavour, making your favourite café-style drink at home or simply giving yourself enough time to sit down and enjoy it.
Try adding Caramel Syrup or Vanilla Syrup to your morning coffee, or explore our full coffee syrup collection to find your favourite.
Make Earlier Mornings Work for You
Becoming an earlier riser doesn't mean you need to wake up at 5 am, complete a workout and finish half your to-do list before breakfast.
It's about finding a morning schedule that gives you the time you need without sacrificing the rest your body needs.
Start small, create a reason to get out of bed and give yourself time to find a rhythm that feels sustainable.
Once you're up, the next step is deciding what to do with that extra time. Read our guide to building a morning routine you'll actually stick to for simple ways to create a morning that works for you.
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