In the morning when the alarm clock goes off long sleepers most of the time are still in deep sleep. Meaning, it is difficult for them to wake up. At breakfast they sit at the table with sleepy eyes, grim face and bad mood. “Grumpy in the mornings” explains it all. But, who likes to sit at the table with one who doesn’t do mornings, unless you belong to the same group? There are some simple tricks on how to start your day full of vim and vigor – this will clearly help to avoid a fight in the early morning hours.
Pick-up hints for “grumpies”
Stimulate circulation: Don’t get right out of bed after the alarm clock rings. Try to stimulate your circulation instead. Stretch your arms while lying. Put your knees as far as possible in the direction of your chin while lying on the back; shortly hold this position. Repeat this exercise a couple of times. Warm and cold showers stimulate blood circulation and gets your circulation going.
Start-up daylight: Light inhibits production of the sleeping hormone melatonin. Slightly open your shutters when waking up, like this the first light of the morning will enter your room. In the dark months of the year a light alarm clock might become in handy.
Fresh air and exercise waken up: Open your window and breathe fresh air. Combine this with simple gymnastic exercises like circling your arms. Or take a short morning walk in fresh air. Go to work by bike or use the stairs instead of the elevator. All these things have a positive effect on your body, circulation and mind.
Care for a healthy restful sleep: Not only sleep duration is decisive for a healthy restful sleep but also sleeping quality. Consider the relevant sleep hygiene. A regular sleep wake-cycle is an essential part of this.
Coffee wakens up: During breakfast enjoy a cup of coffee. But consider, coffee won’t balance your fluid balance after the night, drink a glass of water with your coffee.
Structure your day and create a highlight: Don’t start hectically into your day. Make yourself an overview about the upcoming appointments and structure them. Furthermore, create your personal highlight. For example, make plans for the evening: have a nice dinner with your partner or go the cinema. Or look forward to having a difficult task fulfilled. The joyful anticipation makes it much easier to start into the day.
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