Back to School Morning Routine

February 8, 2010

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Weren’t the holidays great!  Time to sleep in, no rushing to catch a bus.  You maybe got to watch TV in the morning.

Well not anymore.  You are back to school and you are probably very rushed.

Here are my top Back to School Morning Routines:

  1. Be organized the night before:  Pack bag, get clothes out
  2. Use an alarm clock and don’t use the SNOOZE button
  3. Get up, shower and dressed first
  4. Breakfast – Do not skip it
  5. Finish getting ready

Morning Routines Don’ts

  • Don’t check the computer
  • Don’t turn on the televisnio
  • Don’t text

If you start your day in a positive manner you have more of a chance to continue that positive feeling throughout the day.

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