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THE ULTIMATE SECRET BEHIND WAKING UP EARLY

Its Morning. Your alarm rings and creates this utterly annoying sound. You hit the snooze button and slide back into your cozy blanket. You promise yourself to get up right after the ringing sound hits your ears the next day. But when the next morning approaches and that alarm rings, you just can't find the energy to stand up and make some excuses to yourself to slide back into the blanket. Trust me, I can relate to that. Early mornings are the most productive times of one's day and rising early is a skill. Here are the 7 secrets to help you wake up early and set you up for a mindful and productive day. 



1. Have a strong "Why":

If you do not have a well-defined reason for getting up early, your mornings will naturally begin to tend toward napping. I agree that quitting this behavior is difficult, and if you want to go through the battle, you must have a compelling reason to do so. Be very clear about what you want to do with the additional early time.

2.Add a reward factor:

This is a fantastic principle proposed by James Clear, the author of Atomic Habits. It may appear at first that you are pushing yourself to do something difficult, but if you make it enjoyable, you will quickly like the process of waking up early. Find something that you enjoy doing and incorporate it into your morning routine.

3. Planning with extreme detail is the key:

The more decisive you are with your morning routine, the lesser force will be required to execute it. I'm talking about the excruciating details. Where do you want to put your alarm? Do you shave first or brush your teeth first? Do you set up your bed first or drink a coffee? 

4. Make sure your alarm clock is out of reach:

If you choose to place the clock right next to you, you'll shut it off and get away with it. If reaching your clock involves walking away from your bed, it'll forcefully break your sleep cycle.  

5. Challenge yourself for 21 days:

People underestimate the power of consistency. The brain gets familiar and comfortable with a new habit within 21 days. To shift your mindset and attitude of waking up early, make a commitment for the next 3 weeks. Create a challenge that will help you build your consistency and make sure you track your progress. 

6. Attain gradual progress:

Follow the principle of progressive overload. Start slowly, by waking just 15-30 minutes prior to usual. Get used to this for a few days. Then cut back another 15 minutes. Do this gradually until you are able to wake up at your desired time of the day. 

7. Throw light on the results:

Harnessing the power of sleep to train the subconscious is the attribute of greats. Write down 3-5 benefits of waking up early and make it a routine to read those benefits before you sleep.

Hope this article helps you develop the habit of waking up early. That's all for this blog! Peace✌.

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