Jennifer Anniston and Apple CEO Tim Book both rise at 4:00 A.M. and 3:45 A.M., respectively to start their day, get in a workout, or to meditate. I’m not here to tell you to follow suit, instead, here are 4 simple tips to start your morning off right, no matter what time your alarm goes off.
1. Wake Rested. This really starts the night before. You should get a minimum of 7 hours of sleep, and studies show that reading for just 6 minutes before going to bed reduces stress and helps you sleep more soundly. You want to wake up feeling refreshed, as your morning routine is an incredibly crucial time to set the tone for your mindset throughout the entire day.
Former Chairman and CEO of Vanguard Group, Bill McNabb, said “The quiet time between 6:00 am- 7:30 am is when some of my best work gets done. It’s my time to read, think and prepare for the day ahead. I try really hard to preserve that time.”
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