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Mindful Mornings: Kickstart Your Day with Positive Habits

Updated: Feb 28, 2024

Hey there, amazing souls! In this blog post, we’ll explore the concept of “Mindful Mornings” and guide you through a range of positive habits that can transform your mornings into a serene and uplifting experience. As a mom of two adorable kiddos and a loving husband, finding those precious moments for self-care is not just a choice — it’s a necessity. Want to know how I turn our chaotic mornings into a haven of positivity and balance. Grab your coffee (or tea, if that’s your jam), and let’s dive into the enchanting world of transformative habits that will turn your mornings into a revitalizing and uplifting experience.


A woman doing morning meditation
Mindful Moments


🌅 Rise and Shine: Making Magic with Mindful Breathing

Waking up before everyone else is the first thing that gives me an advantage on the day because every morning kicks off with a symphony of tiny footsteps and requests for cereal, bananas, and a host of other things. But before the day’s whirlwind begins, I steal a few moments for mindful breathing. Deep breaths in, exhale out the chaos. It’s my secret sauce for keeping calm amidst the morning madness.

Mindful Breathing: Breathe in positivity, exhale negativity — the cornerstone of a mindful morning lies in the art of conscious breathing. Dedicate a few precious minutes to this simple yet powerful practice, paving the way for a calmer mind and a stress-free start to your day. I like to tell my Alexa device to play meditation music. This gives me a handsfree and convenient way to start my morning meditation without having to physically do anything but simply show up. If you want guided sessions, I would recommend resources such as mindfulness.com or apps like Headspace. These are designed to cater to all levels of meditation and make it easy for beginners to weave meditation into their routine, unlocking a cascade of benefits for the mind and soul.


🌸 Aromatherapy: Turning Our Home into a Blissful Oasis

Transform your space into a haven of relaxation with the enchanting scents of aromatherapy. Invest in an aromatherapy diffuser and a selection of essential oils like lavender, eucalyptus, or citrus to create an ambiance that fosters focus, reduces stress, and sparks a positive mindset. I found that Amazon is the best place to go for these.

Transforming our living space into a sanctuary is a game-changer. I’ve got this nifty diffuser, and our mornings are now a dance of scents — lavender to calm the little tornadoes, eucalyptus for the inevitable morning sniffles, and citrus to give us that extra boost of morning joy.


📓 Gratitude: Journaling My Mama Moments

As I sip my lukewarm coffee, I jot down moments of gratitude in my trusty wellness journal. It’s not just about listing things; it’s about capturing those fleeting, hilarious, and heartwarming family moments that make our mornings truly magical. Begin your day by pouring gratitude onto the pages of a wellness journal. This simple act of acknowledging the good in your life sets a positive tone for the day ahead. Spend a few moments reflecting on the things you’re grateful for, cultivating a mindset of appreciation and mindfulness.


🍳 Breakfast Bliss: Nourishing Our Little Tribe

Hydrate and energize your body by starting your day with a refreshing glass of water. Follow it up with a nutritious breakfast to kickstart your metabolism, providing the fuel your body needs for the day’s adventures. No mompreneur morning is complete without a round of nutritious breakfast. From heart-shaped pancakes to superhero toast, I sneak in some love and nutrients amidst the morning rush. Because a well-fed family is a happy family!


So, there you have it, friends! They don’t just set the tone for my day — they set the tone for our family’s well-being. From mindful breathing to meditation, aromatherapy, and gratitude journaling, these rituals will turn your mornings into a source of strength and balance. Join me on this journey of morning magic, and let’s make each day a little brighter, one intentional moment at a time.



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