Ty Howard
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Today’s highly successful people come from all walks of life; however, there are some things that they all have in common. Their great success is the result of a mindset they share, which pushes them to pursue maximum efficiency. From the time they get out of the bed, they start employing success habits that allow them to get more done by lunchtime than the majority of people do all day. Their productivity sets them apart from everyone. Here’s the inside information on the 7-morning habits of highly successful people.
1. WAKE UP EARLY
You understand that time is a precious asset. Highly successful individuals take it up a few notches by waking up early in the morning. They will not just have more control in their early hours, but they will also be able to have more chances to start and complete the things that matter to them. Benjamin Franklin is quoted to have said: "Early to bed and early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise." The same is true for a woman too. Begin by waking up fifteen minutes earlier than your normal time. Then, adjust gradually.
2. EXERCISE AND BURN SOME FAT
We do not mean the intense workout routine – you can do yoga, go on a brisk walk, or ride a stationary bike. Did you know that exercise will not only help you to think much clearer, be happier and healthier, it also enables you to fight stress too? Highly successful people make time to exercise. A one-hour exercise routine seems exhausting, so you can try walking, dancing, or even running around your neighborhood for 10 to 15 minutes.
3. CLEAR YOUR MIND AND DO SOME MEDITATION
Keep calm and allow your inner peace to guide you. You can spend 5 to 20 minutes in meditation and reflection each morning, this will allow you to calm, relax, and breathe. Bear in mind that 90% of diseases are related to stress. Do not rush yourself into and through meditation. Allow yourself to enjoy a relaxing moment with yourself. Concentrate on your breathing and connect with your core.
4. STAY CONNECTED
Keep in mind that success is not only defined in terms of profession or money. The power of your happiness can undoubtedly define it. It's essential to have a great connection with your partner to stay happy and successful. Therefore, the morning is the perfect time to have a moment to reconnect with your partner and family members.
5. EAT A HEALTHY BREAKFAST
A nutritious and healthy breakfast sets up your metabolism and will help you to make healthy and wise choices throughout your day. Eating healthy and nutritious breakfast also keeps you energized for the whole day. Remember: You are what you eat.
6. STRATEGIZE
Set your plan of action and strategy for the whole day, the night before. You can finish an activity that you've decided to carry-over from the day before. You can reply to or send a few early morning emails or text messages. You can review and make adjustments to your schedule and to-do list for the day and week ahead. Highly successful people often do this before they finish breakfast.
7. BOND WITH YOUR KIDS
This habit is ideal for those people who have kids and family. If you have kids, make it a point to help them prepare a hearty breakfast, get them dressed, or talk to them about their dreams or day. Do not allow work to get in the way of your family – make time for your top priority, your children.
These are some of the best morning habits of highly successful people. Begin implementing them into your morning routine, and you will learn which work best for you. Soon, you will also discover and create a few new success habits that will make you feel even better for deciding to join the ranks of highly successful people.
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About the Author: Ty Howard,
Founder, CEO and Editor in Chief of MOTIVATION magazine
Ty Howard is an organizational development consultant and executive and manager development coach. He's an internationally recognized authority on personal, professional, relationships and success habits development. He is the creator and lead facilitator of the trademarked Untie the Knots® Process, and the author of the best-selling book Untie the Knots® That Tie Up Your Life: A Practical Guide to Freeing Yourself from Toxic Habits, Choices, People, and Relationships, as well as dozens of published articles on relationships, healthy habits development, empowerment and peak performance worldwide.
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