3.2 (B) Morning
Each morning!
We need to be conscious on how we go about our day, being sure that we are keeping positive as we go about it.
Here is a suggested routine, that when used daily, can make a significant difference in how we manage our body and mind.
Suggested Morning Routine:
Breakfast:
We need to be conscious on how we go about our day, being sure that we are keeping positive as we go about it.
Here is a suggested routine, that when used daily, can make a significant difference in how we manage our body and mind.
Suggested Morning Routine:
- Morning Gratitude
- Morning Meditation and Motivation Time: 3-5 min.
- Breathing Technique Time: 2-5 min.
- Morning Stretch Time: 3-5 min.
- Movement with Breath Time: Variable..however long you feel comfortable.
- Strength and Confidence Builder Time: Variable..however long you feel comfortable.
- Focus Technique Time: Anywhere from 3 min-10 min.
- Affirmations: Time: 5 min
- Smiling technique.. Time: Just a few seconds of your time, multiple times to enjoy the benefits of smiling.
Breakfast:
- Plain Oatmeal with Bananas- Bananas contain tryptophan. When tryptophan is ingested and mixed with a carbohydrate, as with plain oatmeal, the tryptophan can be carried through the blood-brain barrier easier and converted to serotonin. Serotonin is the neurotransmitter that relaxes the body. This is a great breakfast to have, if you have an upcoming stressful day ahead. Add in some orange juice to benefit from the vitamin C to help decrease cortisol for an added bonus.
- Scrambled Eggs and Kale (or Broccoli, or Spinach)- The greens are filled with B-vitamins and, especially for kale, chocked filled with Vitamin C which can help reduce cortisol levels. The eggs also contain tryptophan, so by adding a side of homemade granola you can bring on the serotonin. This breakfast can help keep you and your belly calm at the start of your day.