02/11/2025
Stop rushing in the morning. You’re starting your day in panic mode.
Most people wake up and instantly go into go mode, getting kids ready, scrolling social media, thinking about work, skipping breakfast, rushing out the door etc
and then wondering why they feel anxious, foggy, or flat before the day even starts.
It’s not because you’re unmotivated or disorganized.
It’s because your body has entered fight-or-flight before your feet even hit the floor.
When your mornings start in chaos, your nervous system thinks there’s danger, even when there isn’t.
Your cortisol spikes, your breathing becomes shallow, and your body prepares to survive the day, not enjoy it.
Here’s what this can look like:
You spill your coffee and immediately snap or cry.
You can’t find your keys, and your heart starts racing.
You drive to work but barely remember the trip.
You get to 10 AM and already feel done.
Sound familiar?
Now, here’s how you can shift it
✨ Regulate before you rush:
Take three slow, deep breaths before even touching your phone. Let your body know you’re safe.
☕ Create one mindful moment:
Drink your coffee or tea in silence, no screens, no noise, just presence.
📋 Set your tone for the day:
Ask yourself, “How do I want to feel today?” Calm? Grounded? Focused? Let that guide your actions.
🧠 Prepare the night before:
Lay out clothes, prep lunches, or tidy your space, removing small morning stressors creates room for peace.
The way you start your morning shapes your energy, mood, and focus for the rest of the day.
You don’t have to start in panic mode, you get to choose calm.
When you begin your day grounded, your nervous system follows.
Your body listens to how you move, not just what you say.