Mornings set the tone for your entire day. How you spend those first precious moments can either leave you feeling energized and focused or rushed and frazzled.
If you’ve ever hit snooze one too many times and regretted it, you’re not alone. But what if you could wake up each day with a simple, soul-nourishing routine that centers your mind, fuels your body, and prepares you to thrive?
The Daily Reset Routine does just that. It’s a holistic approach to mornings, designed to help you align your mind, body, and spirit in under 30 minutes. Here’s how to make it a part of your day—and why it’s worth it.
Why a Morning Routine Matters
The way you begin your day affects everything that follows. Research shows that intentional morning practices can:
• Reduce stress and anxiety
• Improve focus and productivity
• Boost mood and energy levels
• Enhance overall health and well-being
Think of it as hitting a mental “reset” button every morning—clearing out yesterday’s clutter and creating space for fresh possibilities.
The 4 Steps of the Daily Reset Routine
This routine is simple, effective, and adaptable to your lifestyle. All you need is about 20-30 minutes and a little commitment.
1. Breathwork: Find Your Calm
Start your day with 2-3 minutes of mindful breathing. This helps center your mind and activate your parasympathetic nervous system, which promotes relaxation and focus.
How to Do It:
• Sit comfortably, close your eyes, and take a deep breath in through your nose for 4 counts.
• Hold your breath for 4 counts.
• Exhale slowly through your mouth for 6 counts.
• Repeat for 5-8 cycles.
Why It Works:
This simple breathing technique reduces cortisol (stress hormone) levels and boosts oxygen flow to your brain, setting the stage for a calm and focused day.
2. Gratitude: Shift Your Perspective
Next, take 2-5 minutes to reflect on what you’re grateful for. Gratitude shifts your mindset from scarcity to abundance, helping you start your day with positivity.
How to Do It:
• Write down three things you’re grateful for in a journal.
• Be specific: Instead of “I’m grateful for my family,” try “I’m grateful for the hug my child gave me yesterday.”
• Reflect on how these moments make you feel.
Why It Works:
Gratitude practices have been shown to increase happiness, reduce stress, and even improve physical health.
3. Movement: Energize Your Body
Incorporate 5-10 minutes of gentle movement to wake up your muscles and boost circulation. This doesn’t have to be intense—a short Pilates session or stretching routine works beautifully.
How to Do It:
• Try a few cat-cow stretches, downward dogs, or spinal twists to loosen up.
• Roll your shoulders, stretch your arms overhead, and do gentle side bends.
• If you’re ready for more, try a 5-minute Pilates flow (check out my Mat Mastery program for ideas!).
Why It Works:
Movement increases endorphins (your body’s feel-good chemicals) and enhances blood flow, giving you a natural energy boost.
4. Hydration: Nourish Your System
Before reaching for that first cup of coffee, drink a tall glass of water to rehydrate after a night of sleep.
How to Do It:
• Add a squeeze of lemon or a pinch of sea salt for extra electrolytes.
• Sip mindfully, noticing the sensation of the water nourishing your body.
Why It Works:
Hydration jumpstarts your metabolism, aids digestion, and helps you feel more awake—no caffeine required!
Bringing It All Together
The Daily Reset Routine takes less than 30 minutes but delivers powerful results. Here’s how a typical morning might look:
- Breathwork (5 minutes): Find your calm.
- Gratitude (5 minutes): Shift your mindset.
- Movement (10 minutes): Energize your body.
- Hydration (5 minutes): Nourish your system.
You don’t need to be perfect. Start where you are, even if it’s just committing to one or two steps.
Ready to Create a Sustainable Routine?
If you’re eager to turn your mornings into a foundation for a thriving life, my Back to You course (launching 3/3/25) offers the tools and guidance to help you build a sustainable daily practice.
You’ll learn how to align your mind, body, and spirit through simple yet effective routines like this one—and much more.
Click here to explore the course and start your transformation today.
Your mornings—and your life—are waiting for you to show up fully. Let’s make it happen.
This routine isn’t just about productivity; it’s about reclaiming your energy and living intentionally.
You're doing a great job.
❤️Lex