I’ve been spending more time lately thinking about how I use my time versus how I would like to be using my time. I’ve started with a vision for my overall life and how I want to start each morning towards that vision. The changes I’m making aren’t monumental and they’re not rocket science. They are simple but they’re also immensely impactful because I’m choosing them with intention and joy at the core.
Below are things that I can wholeheartedly recommend as simple, easy ways to make your morning feel more luxurious and more intentional all in one.
Starting your day with quiet, focused time can be an incredible luxury. Even if that time is 10 minutes, it helps to set the tone for the rest of your day. Use the time to meditate, journal, write out a to-do list, jot down 3 gratitudes, or simply sit. This is time I’m using to be able to help quiet my mind as I wake up with a million thoughts ready to tackle the day. If I don’t get them out they may get lost or left to later when I’m not able to take the time to process or note them for myself for later. This time helps me to be with my thoughts, get them organized, and get ready to do with them.
If you want to take that time a step further, make yourself a cup of your favorite coffee or morning drink and sip on it while you do this. Take it outside for an added bonus when the weather is nice. Getting fresh air and sunlight, especially in the morning, can wake up your body in the most refreshing and energizing way. I have a beautiful pergola on my back patio and love sitting there with my coffee in hand while my dogs run around in the yard.
When getting ready for the day, there are a few beauty perks that I’ve been using that have made me feel refreshed and ready for the day. One is starting in the shower when I’m getting ready and it is by far the easiest and most simple upgrade you could make: soap. Yes, seriously. I randomly found a bar of french soap at Whole Foods last time I was in their beauty section. I’m not usually one that can handle fragranced anything, but this has a light and beautiful scent that feels natural and refreshing. I started using it just here and there, but any time I would I just felt like my morning and mood were elevated. I’m making it habit for my daily routine because it has become such a lux way to wake up and it was just a change of soap that did that for me.
Next up, an eye mask. I do these while I’m sipping coffee, walking on my walking pad before work, or even when I’m starting my workday before I have to hop on camera for a call. It’s nothing in terms of time commitment since I pop them on and go, but I keep mine in the fridge so putting them on is cooling and refreshing in the morning. Bonus that it makes my skin look better!
It’s not always about spending a ton of money or having the newest, most popular thing. In fact, it is not about spending any money. Luxury comes less from a thing and more from the joy and feeling you get from what you do and how you do it. Find the little ways you can adopt small actions or treats for yourself in your day that bring you joy and a lux feeling.
