I can’t remember a season in my adult life that I did not rise early. Even though our last two (of our ten) children are teens and I have no reason or responsibility to, still, I rise early. There’s just something about the tranquility of the morning. The darkness illuminated by candlelight is so calming and sweet. The quietness of our home ensues a peace in my heart as I begin the day. The alone time affords me opportunity to move my body, think, journal, talk and listen to the Lord. It’s priceless.
Quiet time, particularly in the morning reduces your stress and anxiety as you begin the day. It offers you uninterrupted time for daily self-care…stretching, exercise, prayer, getting dressed on purpose and eating a healthy breakfast. These things are usually compromised when you don’t have enough time in the morning. Even if you are not one to rise while it is still dark, I encourage you to rise at least 1 hour earlier than your family.
Maybe you’re a night owl and you just don’t think you can do it. Well, that’s exactly where you will begin, at night. Remember the saying, “early to bed, early to rise”!
☀️Start with going to bed at least 15 minutes early each night until you get to 1 hour earlier that usual. This will help to balance your sleep schedule.
☀️If possible, wake up to natural sunlight in your room or even the sounds of early morning…the song of a sweet bird chirping as your alarm.
☀️Soon, twenty to thirty minutes after getting up, move your body. Stretching and exercising in the morning gives you energy and boosts your mood.
☀️Eat a healthy breakfast to fuel your body and give your brain power to make you more alert and attentive.
Rising early promotes a healthy lifestyle and improves your productivity and performance throughout the day. Trust me, the benefits are certainly worth the sacrifice.
Fruit of Her Hand 