Forget the jarring sirens. Waking up early shouldn’t feel like a punishment. Instead of dragging yourself out of bed in a panic, give your body a minute to actually “thaw.”
Hydrate first: Your brain is basically a raisin after eight hours of sleep. Drink some water before the caffeine.
Move a little: You don’t need a full gym session yet—just a few stretches to tell your nervous system it’s time to go.
Find the quiet: Whether it’s prayer, meditation, or just staring at a wall with your coffee, give yourself five minutes of silence. It lowers that baseline anxiety that usually hits the second you check your email.
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