Mornings can be rough, especially if
- you haven’t had enough sleep
- things you need for the day ahead aren’t ready
- there are lots of people with lots of needs at your house
- or there are lots of people heading to different locations
But mornings can be easier if you a) keep things simple, b) have a routine that works and c) start preparations the night before.
So what morning tasks could you simplify or eliminate altogether? Here are some suggestions…
- no more elaborate makeup routines or fancy hairstyles
- reduce ironing by buying easy-maintenance clothes
- say hello to grab-and-go breakfast and lunch options – trail mix, frozen muffins, instant or tinned soup, fruit
What about a new routine? Try…
- making everyone responsible for their own punctuality (see 7 Secrets to Arriving on Time)
- a chart showing who needs to go where and what they need to pack
- setting the alarm 15 minutes earlier to take the heat off
Start the night before by…
- cleaning the dishes and the kitchen so you start fresh
- preparing lunches
- getting plenty of sleep
