Let's think about how we start our days. Morning rituals are fascinating. They're often so automatic we barely think about them. Yet, they set the tone for everything that follows.
My morning ritual has changed so much over the years. I used to be a dedicated tea drinker - strong breakfast tea with just a splash of milk. It was as much a part of my morning as breathing. But last year, something shifted. Now, my morning starts with a glass of cooled boiled water with a slice of lemon floating on top.
It's funny how such a small change can feel so significant. That first sip of lemon water is now my quiet moment of the day. It's a pause before the world rushes in. Sometimes I miss my morning cuppa. There's something cleansing about this new ritual. It's like I'm washing away yesterday and starting fresh.
Today's prompt: What is the first thing you do each morning? How has this ritual evolved over your life?
This isn't about what you think you should do each morning. This is about what you actually do. Do you reach for your phone? Stumble to the kettle? Stand at the window for a moment?
Think about how this has changed over the years. Perhaps you used to leap out of bed but now savour those extra minutes under the duvet. Or maybe parenthood completely transformed your morning rhythm.
Writing Tip: Try writing this in real-time tomorrow morning. Keep your journal by your bed and capture those first fuzzy moments of consciousness.
