7 Lesser Known Ways to Wake Up Happy Every Morning

For many of us, the morning brings feelings of dread and reluctance. While there are plenty of articles on how to become an early bird, waking up can still be a difficult task. Here are seven lesser-known ideas that may make waking up a happier experience.

1. Laughter
Laughter has been called the best medicine, and it can also be the best wake-up call. Listening to a favorite stand-up comedy routine or thinking of something that makes you smile can help release endorphins throughout your body.

2. Light and Fresh Air
Light and fresh air can help jump-start the body in the morning. Exposure to natural light or opening a window can help regulate your body’s natural wake and sleep cycle, while fresh air can be invigorating.

3. Reward Yourself
Creating an immediate and gratifying incentive can help with any task. Plan something exciting as a reward for waking up and getting out of bed, such as a favorite breakfast, a morning workout, or a luxurious bubble bath.

4. Streamline Your Morning Routine
Plan ahead as much as possible to minimize stress in the morning. Get as much as you can done the night before, including picking out outfits, packing bags or lunches, and organizing kids’ belongings.

5. Get Talking
Engage in conversation with a responsive participant, even a pet or a plant, to engage your mind and jump-start your brain activity.

6. Go to Sleep with a Full Bladder
Drinking at least a large glass of water before bed can help stimulate the body to wake up naturally in the morning.

7. Make Your Bed
Making your bed as soon as you wake up can give you a sense of accomplishment and make it easier to resist the temptation to climb back in. Above all, remind yourself of why you are waking up and use that to motivate yourself on tough mornings.

Remember to experiment and find what works best for you. By implementing these lesser-known ideas, you may find yourself waking up happier and more energized every morning.