I am not a morning person. I love to sleep in and enjoy the comfort of a fluffy blanket.
Rolling out of bed and logging onto my computer for my earliest classes at 11:15 a.m. or 12:05 p.m. is a luxury, but recently I have not felt this way.
As a freshman, I have loved deciding when to wake up, whether it’s five minutes before class or two hours earlier. As I look back at high school, I can’t help but feel I was more productive when my mornings started earlier.
Missing breakfast and laying in bed for hours was starting to get old. It’s time to get motivated and get productive.
There are a few ways I’ve been trying to do that, and if you’ve been feeling unproductive, perhaps these can help you, too.
Make Your Bed!
Making your bed may avoid any temptation you have to do school from bed or fall back to sleep. You should be comfortable where you are studying, but not too cozy. A nicely made bed is the first step to a day of productivity.
Wash Your Face!
Eat Breakfast
Fuel your body with yummy breakfast essentials — eggs, bacon, fruit and a nice cup of coffee. As they say, breakfast is the most important meal of the day. So, get munching so you can stay focused, engaged and healthy.
Go for a Jog or a Walk!
Staying active is an important part of being healthy. Fall weather makes for beautiful scenery, so go outside, feel the brisk morning air and get your blood flowing.
Take a Shower
Showers help bring a clean body and a clear, eager mind. Morning showers pair nicely with a morning walk or jog. It’s also a great wake-up routine, as you feel clean and refreshed for the day ahead.
Plan Your Day
Make a to-do list with everything you need to accomplish that day, and maybe one for the week. I like to check off the boxes as I complete an assignment, as it makes me feel productive and accomplished. Set the tone for your day by completing some upcoming assignments so you can have more time to relax and catch up on sleep.
Get out of bed and start your day! There is no time like the present. Morning productivity never felt so good.