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Energizing Your Morning
How you start shapes how you finish.
Seth Thomas
May 05, 2025
Lose an hour in the morning, and you will spend all day looking for it.
Good Morning. The first hour after waking is a crucial reset button for your mind and mood. A rushed, reactive start ripples into the rest of the day; a calm, intentional beginning sets a powerful tone.
Even one small ritual—stretching, reading, deep breathing—can shift your energy and your productivity profoundly. The way you start is the way you continue.
Today’s Challenge
Choose one positive ritual to add to your morning tomorrow and prepare for it tonight.
🧠 Fascinating Stimuli:
Book of the Week
 | This week’s pick is The Book of Alchemy by Suleika Jaouad—a beautifully designed guide to using journaling as a tool for transformation, resilience, and creative self-expression. Packed with prompts and contributions from voices like Elizabeth Gilbert and George Saunders, it’s a thoughtful companion for anyone looking to turn reflection into meaningful action. |
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