Get rid of ratty dish towels. Replace with new ones if necessary.

Whether you are married or single, have children or no children, getting ready in the morning can be challenging. However, putting effective routines into the day can make all the difference in transforming a chaotic morning into one that is calm, smooth, and more streamlined.

1. Shower in the evening before bed. Most folks shower in the morning before work, but I've always been a shower in the evening person. I always have more 'meandering time' at night and it's nice to take care of this routine during those hours versus the busy morning ones. Plus, I'm always getting into bed fresh and clean.

2. Get ready for tomorrow, today. Put your keys, briefcase and all of the other things you will need for the next day in the same spot every evening so you can just grab everything and go in the morning. If the kids need certain items for sports or other activities, make sure they have them ready and all in the same spot the night before so the morning is not spent searching for something missing. Choose what you're going to wear tomorrow. Have it all laid out, clothing, shoes, and accessories. Review tomorrow's TO DO list today so you know what's coming up.

3. Coordinate bathroom schedules with the people you live with. If you have less bathrooms than family members, fighting for morning bathroom time can cause frustration and zap you of the energy you need for the rest of the day. Discuss and designate times in the morning for everyone to use the bathroom for showering, hair, makeup, etc. Also, some grooming doesn't have to necessarily be done in the bathroom. For instance, a light-up makeup mirror will allow you to apply cosmetics in another room, freeing up bathroom time for another family member.

4. If you have young children, use morning television programs, video games, etc. strategically. Save a favorite program (or 10 minutes of video time) as a reward for when clothes are on, breakfast has been eaten, and all of their things are ready to go.

5. Write your 'Take With Me' list so you don't forget anything. Make a list the night before and tape it to your refrigerator or in another prominent spot where you will notice it. A magnetic or tabletop dry erase board is also a good option. There is nothing worse than getting out on the road only to realize you left an important file at home.

6. Wake up earlier. This may not be something you want to do, but it doesn't have to be much earlier, say 15 minutes. If your mornings are just too packed, you may need a little more time. To make up the difference, consider going to bed a little bit earlier as well. Remember that getting a good night's sleep is very important in helping to give you that good start to your day.

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