What if just five minutes after waking up could change your life?
No need to meditate or run to the gym. Just grab a piece of paper and write down three goals for the day.
Not plans, but goals: “finish the project,” “talk to the child without the phone,” “walk 8,000 steps.”
This switches your brain into focus mode, and by the evening you'll be surprised at how much you've accomplished.
And also, stretch like a cat: raise your arms up, stand on your tiptoes and take a deep breath. This will wake up your body better than coffee.
Try it for a week and you will notice how your productivity increases and stress subsides.
Why does this work? When you write down goals, your brain perceives them as commitments.
A short stretch activates the lymphatic system, which removes toxins and increases energy. Complete the ritual with a glass of water with lemon - this will start the metabolism and prepare the stomach for breakfast.
The secret of successful people is not in the number of hours, but in the way they start their day.
These five minutes create a domino effect: small victories in the morning motivate you to achieve greater things in the evening.
Try it and you will stop feeling like life is passing you by.
Author: Igor Zur