How To Have A Good Day

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Follow our self care tips for a productive and positive day

With the weather outside being less than ideal right now, and as the country endures yet another national lockdown, it can seem like every day is the same lately, which is why it’s more important than ever that we look after ourselves mentally as well as physically. An effective self-care routine is essential in helping us look and feel our best and can help set us up to have a productive and positive day.

Whether you’ve lost your spark, feel low on motivation or just need a nudge in the right direction don’t worry, we’re here to tell you how to have a good day!

Morning

Stretch

A morning stretch after you’ve peeled back the covers is the perfect way to start the day! It helps to loosen up your muscles, get your body moving and prepare for the day ahead. A combination of arm, leg and full body stretches that elongate the back, abdomen and neck held for 5 seconds each time should do the trick.

Stop scrolling

Reaching for your phone first thing in the morning and scrolling on social media has become second nature to most of us now, but why not try and break the habit for at least 30 minutes after you’ve woken up to reduce the amount of screen time you have each day, which can leave eyes feeling tired and dry.

Avoiding social interaction
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Hydrate

After a 7-8 hour sleep, your body needs hydrating. Sometimes it can be hard to chug down water if you aren’t a fan of the taste, so we’ve got some tips to make it easier. Why not keep a large glass water bottle in the fridge that you fill up each night, ready to drink in the morning so it’s nice, chilled and refreshing? To mix it up, add slices of lemon, lime or a dash of no added sugar squash.

Eat a filling breakfast

Breakfast really is the most important meal of the day, so make it count! A healthy breakfast that will keep you powering through until lunchtime is a great way to set you up for a busy day and stop you snacking. Porridge oats, eggs and Greek yoghurt are all great sources of protein, which help to keep you feeling fuller for longer. If you’re craving a little something extra, sprinkle your porridge or yoghurt with fresh fruit, nuts or a dash of cinnamon to tickle those taste-buds.

Set your intentions for the day

Structuring your day around a to do list not only helps you feel more organized but can give you a great sense of achievement when you’ve ticked them off too. Writing a list of things you want to accomplish can set the tone for the rest of day and gives you something to work towards. When the week is over you can look back at everything you’ve achieved that week which is a great mood booster!

Afternoon

Be present in the moment

At least once a day you should take time out to distance yourself from work stress or whatever is going on around you, practice mindfulness and bring yourself back to now. You can do this by closing your eyes, taking in deep breaths and clearing your head of any thoughts or worries you may have and simply focus on your breathing. Even just 5 minutes of this is enough to ease the stresses of the day and help you to feel more relaxed.

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Exercise

Speaking of being present, taking regular scheduled breaks away from your desk is important to give your brain and body a break, that’s why 30-60 minutes of exercise a day is important to help re-focus and reset ourselves. From walking to weight-lifting, online yoga classes to dancing in your living room, anything to get your blood pumping, keep you energized and have you powering through the rest of the day is the goal.

Night

Get steamy

Taking a hot shower or bath before bed time can help wash away the stresses and strains of the day, the hot water also aids in relaxing muscles and opening up pores, making it the perfect primer to allow moisturizers and serums to sink into the skin, leaving it looking refreshed and revitalized in the morning.

Switch off

To get a restful night’s sleep and to help your brain switch off, try not to look at a screen for at least 1 hour before bedtime, as blue light can have a knock on effect on our quality of sleep. Instead, get cosy with a book, listen to a relaxing playlist or make a hot drink to help you unwind.


Jenny Shaw

A content and copywriter who loves the written word in all it's forms, Jenny is passionate about writing informative and factual blog posts, helping you achieve your goals.