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Morning Habits For Stress-Free Mind: Do you usually find yourself with a baggage of stress or negative thoughts and emotions as soon as you wake up in the morning? The early hours of the day play a special role in setting the mood and energy for the rest of the day. Practicing mindful morning habits that help keep the body healthy and stress-free is important. Healthy rituals can help in managing stress and promote well-being. Here are some morning habits that you should include in your regime for a stress-free mind.

Watch the video below for a healthy morning routine: 

1. Early Rising

Early to bed and early to rise is a perfect saying that signifies the importance of waking up and sleeping early. Waking up early is one of the healthiest habits that you can include in your regimen. According to the Sleep Foundation, early birds and night owls not only sleep on different schedules, but they also experience peak performance at different times of day. It can improve performance and decrease daytime sleepiness.

2. Chanting Mantras

According to religious beliefs, chanting holy mantras of the Gods can be extremely beneficial in lowering stress levels and contributing to a healthy body. There are abundant mantras that are chanted for protection, healing, overcoming fear, and relieving stress. Chanting mantras is an effective yogic technique that releases tension, and promotes a sense of harmony.

3. Workout

Incorporating exercises is another healthy practice to include in your routine. Regular morning workout routines can help in managing stress, and blood sugar levels, promote weight management, and promote overall well-being. You can go out for a simple walk in nature in the morning or practice easy yoga poses to relieve feelings of stress.

4. Journaling

Journaling is a simple practice of writing down your thoughts, feelings, and emotions in a diary. If you are someone who feels overwhelmed or stressed in the morning hours, take a notepad and write whatever comes to your mind. When you write about your feelings and thoughts, it makes you more self-aware and increases empathy, confidence, and psychological well-being.

5. Digital Detox

The majority of people have a habit of scrolling through their phones mindlessly. In the era where we can’t imagine our lives without mobile phones and other gadgets, taking necessary breaks is vital for health. Spending too much time on phones in the morning can lead to mental strain and fluctuations in your mood.

 

(Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.)