How to Be a Morning Person via Better Homes and Gardens

1. Stop slapping snooze - The extra sleep you get is disjointed and not deep enough, anyway.
2. Catch some early rays - Light stimulates your brain and suppresses the production of melatonin. Turning on a lamp or heading to a window after you wake up can help you feel less sleepy.
3. Don't check email right away - Waking up and worrying about other people's issues right away puts you in a reactive state of mind.
4. Drink water ASAP - The longer you wait before you hydrate makes you more prone to grogginess, fatigue, and general brain fog for your day.
5. Stretch before your feet touch the ground - Deep breathing sends oxygen to your brain and other organs, prepping them for the day. Lie on your back, bring your knees to your chest, and inhale as you move your knees away from you. Exhale as you bring them back.
6. Breakfast fuel - Having protein with breakfast is the healthiest way to start your day. Yogurt and peanut butter are you best options.
7. Streamline your mornings - Ritualize your day by picking a few outfits to wear on rotation and a few standard breakfasts to cut down on energy wasted on small decisions. Set an alarm for 15 minutes before you need to leave the door to help you spend your time wisely. And don't do all your morning prep the night before, making you want to stay up later for me time, just get to bed on time and tackle the rest in the morning.
8. Start your day with good vibes - Skip the morning news, which is depressing. Watch a happy video. Listen to music, gentle to help you wake up, then upbeat to help you get going. Take a moment of mindfulness while you are in the shower to meditate.