What do Tim Cook, Michelle Obama, and Indra Nooyi have in common? They follow Habits that are key in increasing productivity and stimulates creative thinking. Wondering what they do that makes them and their work cut above the rest? So join the “5 am club” to begin your success journey.
Waking up early
Waking up early with the sun can be very refreshing and inhaling the fresh morning air keeps our minds relaxed and calm. Rising early in the morning affords us some time for ourselves which can be used in many different ways to feel good, organize our thoughts, and consequently productivity.
Being Physically Active is Important, But do you know why?
It is a scientific fact that physical activity induces the secretion of a feel-good hormone called dopamine. Therefore, physical exercises set up a positive mood for the upcoming day. In the absence of a cycle or access to a gym, a 40-minute walk has given Considerable benefits as other activities. There are a host of other advantages. Working out keeps your body in shape. It is also known to keep mental as well as physical health issues at bay. It also prevents muscular atrophy, a situation where muscle tissue is lost due to inactivity.
Making a to-do list
Making a to-do list is one of the best things that can be done in the morning. It helps us get our thoughts organized, prioritize & look at the upcoming day with positivity. It also mentally prepares us for the situations that we might face during the day. Eisenhower’s 2×2 “important and urgent list” is one recommended to-do list that makes it incredibly easy to objectively see through the day’s tasks and achieve the best results.
Meditation/Art
Meditation and/or art have been shown to calm the senses and reduce stress. 15-20 minutes is key to breathing awareness and heart rhythm, it also successful in calming the mind. Art on the other hand provides a creative outlet for all our emotions and also soothes our mind. It helps in better retention of information and hence better memory and increases our motor skills so we can perform well thought out the day.
Expressing Gratitude
Expressing gratitude is an admirable habit that when cultivated brings about a massive change in outlook on life. It gives a new perspective to life, People who have incorporated expressing gratitude as a part of their routine have reported being more optimistic and looking at every failure as an opportunity to learn. Expressing gratitude can be different for different people; some people pray, some others write down a list of things they are thankful for. Either way, it is the spirit of gratitude that counts.
Incorporating these 5 habits in the morning is assured to increase productivity and efficiency. It might take time to get into this regimen, but once adopted, your quality of life will improve exponentially.
