{"id":1629,"date":"2023-03-15T13:39:52","date_gmt":"2023-03-15T17:39:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/parmaks.com\/Resources\/21-things-to-do-in-the-morning-before-checking-your-phone\/"},"modified":"2023-03-15T13:39:52","modified_gmt":"2023-03-15T17:39:52","slug":"21-things-to-do-in-the-morning-before-checking-your-phone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/parmaks.com\/Resources\/21-things-to-do-in-the-morning-before-checking-your-phone\/","title":{"rendered":"21 Things To Do In the Morning Before Checking Your Phone"},"content":{"rendered":"

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According to statistics<\/a>, 71% of people check their phone within 10 minutes of waking up.<\/p>\n

This is problematic for a number of reasons:<\/p>\n

More Stress:<\/strong> Checking your phone releases adrenaline<\/a>, which increases heart rate, pulse, and muscle tension. Rather than a relaxing way to start your day, checking your phone increases stress.<\/p>\n

Less Intentionality:<\/strong> Checking your phone is the equivalent to giving someone (or something) control over your mind. Whether reading email, scrolling social media, or playing a game, turning on the phone is equivalent to giving permission to someone or something to control your attention.<\/p>\n

Less Productivity: <\/strong>It is true that our phones and technology, when used correctly, can make us productive, efficient, and impactful. This blog is a testament to the fact. But it is also true, when used incorrectly, our phones can also become a distraction from our most productive selves<\/a>. And that sets a dangerous precedent for our day. <\/p>\n

Less Fulfilling Relationships:<\/strong> Not everyone sleeps next to another human being (and only a percentage of those who do wake up at the same time as their partner). But if you do, turning your attention away from your partner and toward a digital device, can get in the way of your most important relationship.<\/p>\n

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If you want to break the habit of checking your phone first thing in the morning, here\u2019s a list of 21 things you could do instead:<\/p>\n

1. Use the restroom.<\/p>\n

2. Talk to your spouse or partner.<\/p>\n

3. Take a shower.<\/p>\n

4. Look out the window.<\/p>\n

5. Drink a glass of water.<\/p>\n

6. Brush your teeth.<\/p>\n

7. Stretch your body to improve circulation.<\/p>\n

8. Write out a to-do list for the day<\/a>.<\/p>\n

9. Make breakfast.<\/p>\n

10. Meditate or pray.<\/p>\n

11. Write in a journal.<\/p>\n

12. Read a religious or inspirational book.<\/p>\n

13. Get dressed.<\/p>\n

14. Make your bed.<\/p>\n

15. Smile to yourself in the mirror<\/a>.<\/p>\n

16. Set your intention for the day<\/a>.<\/p>\n

17. Prepare your lunch (or kid\u2019s or partner\u2019s).<\/p>\n

18. Take your dog for a walk.<\/p>\n

19. Say out loud, \u201cIt\u2019s going to be a great day!<\/a>\u201c<\/p>\n

20. Do a quick tidy-up of your living space.<\/p>\n

21. Enjoy a quiet cup of coffee or tea.<\/p>\n

There\u2019s no need to do all 21 of course. <\/p>\n

But if you find a morning routine that includes just five or six of the items on this list, you\u2019ll start your day in a brand new way.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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