10 Tips To Enhance Your Morning And Nighttime Routine
We can’t be the only ones who scroll through TikTok and are intrigued by the aesthetic videos of ambitious morning routines and relaxing nighttime rituals. Starting your day off on the right foot and ending it with self-care practices are great resolutions to take into a new semester. Read below for tips on how to enhance your morning and nighttime routine by taking small steps toward your goals!
Whether You Consider Yourself A Morning Person Or Not…
1) Make Your Bed
An easy task that we all should be doing to start the day off right… Making your bed! Not only will your space feel more organized and tidy, but it will be less tempting to crawl back into bed after class, too.
2) Hydrate!
Before you run to Sip for your morning coffee, drink some water to hydrate your body. You’re sure to feel energized (even without the caffeine)!
3) Turn On Some Tunes
Nothing puts us in a better mood than listening to our favorite song! Put on your headphones and rock out while you complete your morning chores.
4) Find An Easy, Healthy Breakfast You Love
You know what they always say, breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Find a breakfast that is easy to make and will fuel you for your morning class!
5) Plan Out Your Day
While you’re eating breakfast or drinking your morning coffee, write out your to-do list for the day. Not only will this help you stay on track, but you’re sure to feel productive even just writing it out!
When It’s Time To Unwind…
1) Enjoy a Cup of Tea
After a long day at school or work there is nothing better than making your favorite cup of tea. Incorporate this into your nighttime routine for added relaxation and enjoyment.
2) Take Time To Mediate
Reflect on the day by doing some much-needed meditation. Find a calming playlist and set the mood for that zen moment you’ve been waiting for!
3) Tidy Up!
Set yourself up for success tomorrow by tidying up your room or apartment. This could include wiping down the kitchen counters, going through your backpack, or laying out clothes for the next day.
4) Practice Self-Care
Whether your ideal form of self-care is watching your favorite Netflix show or taking a long bubble bath, make sure you are prioritizing self-care before bed.
5) Reading > Scrolling
We know it’s tempting to laugh at TikTok’s before calling it a night, but we challenge you to pick up a book instead! Curl up in bed with a light and easy read to unplug from technology.
By incorporating even one of these tips into your day to day routine is sure to benefit you in some way. (And you’ll be one step closer to being THAT TikToker you’ve always been jealous of!)