Like, everybody, we have the same routine every day for so many things, such as waking up at the same time, preparing breakfast, heading to work, and then unwinding in the evening. This cyclical nature of our daily lives brings a sense of familiarity and comfort, but it can also foster a feeling of monotony and boredom. We often find ourselves repeating the same tasks, from the mundane rituals of brushing our teeth to the habitual way we choose to relax after a long day. Even though these routines provide structure, it’s important to occasionally break away from them to experience new adventures and perspectives.

If you stop for a minute, you would be able to make a list of things you do at around the same time every day. For example, I have every day my alarm set up at 7.30am. 

I feel secure that the alarm is on, even if recently I started to wake up early; it doesn’t matter at what time I’m going to sleep. I don’t have an idea why this has happened; maybe the answer could be that I’m becoming old and the stereotype is that the older we get, the less we sleep. But my parents, both over 80 years old, sleep quite long, and before 9:00 AM, it’s difficult to catch them awake.

Anyway, recently I found myself waking up before sunrise, and I discovered that this change can help to support my health and even encourage a productive day. The quiet of the early morning allows me to gather my thoughts, meditate, and plan my goals for the day ahead. I’ve noticed a surge in my energy levels, allowing me to tackle tasks with greater focus and clarity. Additionally, this peaceful time fosters creativity, providing me the opportunity to engage in activities that I often neglect during the busyness of the day. It’s remarkable how such a simple shift in my routine can lead to profound positive changes in my overall well-being and productivity.

“The quiet time of sunrise lends itself to spiritual practices and morning cleansing rituals to set you up for the day, and traditionally yogis would arise and meditate in these hours to become grounded,” The Ayurvedic Philosophy says.

“Ideally, we want to wake up naturally with the morning light as it is said that the first sun is the most energising for the body.”

No doubt energy fills the atmosphere during the early time. Since it starts to happen to me, I discover this is the ideal time to relax and focus for the day ahead, without the pressure of the clock when you wake up after 8 a.m.

I forgot to tell you, but what Ayurvedic philosophy is it?

Well, probably a lot of you know very well this way to act daily to reconnect yourself with time and nature around you.

Still, for those who don’t know yet, I suggest you read here, and if you are more curious, there is this book that inspires my today’s blog.

Till not time ago, the shower was my first action in the morning, but now that I start to wake up early, I left my shower’s time around 8am, as usual, so once I’m up, I splash my face with water.

It helps to refresh and calm the skin, put on my contact lenses, and prepare it for the day’s challenges, and It also helps to feel full of life and positive.

I use warm water to wash my face because it provides me with a soothing sensation that enhances my morning routine and gives me some comfort. Even though the book suggests using cold water during the summer and autumn months, and warm water in winter and spring, I find the warmth helps to open my pores and prepare my skin for the day ahead. The gentle heat not only cleanses away impurities but also leaves my skin feeling refreshed and rejuvenated, making it a perfect choice for me, regardless of the season.

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