A solid morning routine can set the tone for a successful day, and there’s no better time to refresh yours than the start of a new year. This is not a New Year's Resolution but rather a piece of advice to make a change if you feel you need one. 

Now is the time to consider a redesign of how your 7 AM looks. Oftentimes we think people who have a morning routine wake up at 5 AM and hit the gym or a workout class. That can be a part of this redesign but it does not have too. This redesign will encourage you to make 2 changes and 2 additions to how your mornings have been going. 

Here are examples of typical morning concepts that you can drop into your redesign categories of change or addition. 

1. No cell phone for the first hour
2. Make that coffee at home
3. Drink 16 oz of water before your coffee
4. Meal prep lunch, snacks, and dinner for the day
5. Take a few minutes to plan your day
6. Knock out 10 pages of a book 
7. Consider following a skincare routine for the mornings
8. Set an intention for the day 
9. Do a 10-minute tidy of a space in your home 
10. Consider getting up 15 minutes earlier then usual to set a slower pace and avoid rushing

Creating a morning routine takes time and experimentation. You may change your design a few times or only implement it 2-3 times a week. Start small, adjust as needed, and celebrate your progress. With a thoughtful approach, you’ll be kicking off 2025 mornings with intention and vitality!