Are you the type of person who wakes up 'bright-eyed and bushy-tailed' OR do you snooze the alarm clock a million times and then slowly, and reluctantly, drag yourself out of bed?

My husband told me that back in his military days, at an extremely early wake-up time, Tech Sergeant Fussel used to say, 'When I flip the light switch on, your feet better be on the floor before the room is fully lit!'

Talk about having to get up fast...and my husband slept on the top bunk!

Most of us don't have a sergeant at our bedside, thankfully, but here are some ways you can train your body to feel better about getting up in the morning and taking on your day.

1) Get enough sleep, but not too much. Seven to nine hours of shut-eye every evening is optimal for most adults. That being said, sleeping longer than nine hours can result in being even more tired. Plus, it has other risks associated with it, such as cognitive impairment, depression, increased inflammation, increased pain, impaired fertility, higher risk of obesity, higher risk of diabetes, and higher risk of heart disease/stroke.

2) Be cognizant of blue light. Blue light is the light shining when you check your phone, iPad, other tablet, laptop, etc. before bed and it's not helping anyone fall asleep. Yet, 90% of people in the U.S. admit to using a technological device during the hour before turning in. If you can, check your devices after dinner, but avoid them during that hour prior to bedtime. Read an old-fashioned book...the ones made with paper. I know...habits die hard, so if you don't plan on taking this advice, at least turn down the brightness level of your devices during that last hour before you sleep.

3) Find ways to relax before bed. Having a relaxing nighttime routine can help calm your brain. Try a warm bath, lavender oil on your pillow and on the back of your neck, a darkened room, sleep music or sleep sounds, deep breathing, writing down 10 things you're grateful for in a journal, and similar 'slow down' activities to prepare your mind and body for sleep.

4) Make good eating/drinking decisions prior to bedtime. My greatest recommendation for you is to end your eating after dinner and forego the after- dinner snacks. If you absolutely must have something before bed, have something very light (half of a banana or an apple, a slice of turkey, a small amount of almonds). Stay away from chocolate (I don't know about you, but any chocolate before I sleep ends up in bizarre dreams and restless sleep for me), caffeinated coffee or tea, soda and sugary cereal. In addition, water is very important to the body. After several hours of sleep, it's easy to be dehydrated. So place a glass of water next to your bed, and upon waking, drink up.

5) Let in some light. The darker it is in your room, the harder it is to wake up. Don't use blinds or shades that completely block out the light. Opt for those that partially filter the light, so there's plenty of light in the room when you wake. If you're sleeping at a hotel, pull those heavy, dark curtains open a bit before bed so light streams in when you wake.

6) Don't hit that snooze. As tempting as it is, when your alarm sounds, get up and get going. Put your alarm on the opposite side of the room if necessary, so you have to get out of bed to turn it off...and don't get back in bed. Instead, go into the bathroom, brush your teeth, and wash your face. You CAN do this, even if you've been living with the snooze button your entire life.

7) Have a morning routine you look forward to. Most folks wake up and immediately get into the routine if getting ready for work...chores at home or work outside of the home. How about if, instead, you wake up and can take 10 minutes to watch the sunrise on from your deck, or do some energizing morning stretches, or journal for 15 minutes at your kitchen table, or go for a walk around the block, or read something inspirational? Maybe each night before you go to bed, choose a delightful activity to do during the first 10-15 minutes of your day. Yes, this may require you to wake up earlier. It's worth it. Go to bed 10-15 minutes earlier to make up for it.

Finally, whatever you do, don't have a cup of coffee as soon as you wake up. Have a cool glass of lemon water or plain water instead. Wait until a few hours have gone by for that first cup of coffee.

I find when I follow a bunch of these suggestions, my whole morning...and entire day...goes a whole lot better, and I accomplish all of the tasks I set out to do. Plus, it makes me a better mom, wife, worker, and friend, because I have the time and energy to enjoy and help others without being tired and grumpy.

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NEW June Checklist: June...the perfect month to get things organized and done, one by one. Begin with our NEW June 2018 Organizing Checklist
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1) Get your TWO Summer TO DO lists finalized. The first TO DO list is for tasks and chores around the house and at work. The second TO DO list is for summer fun and enjoyment. Be sure you choose TO DOs from both lists every single summer day!

2) Stock up on sunscreen and bug spray. There are many natural sunscreens on the market these days to protect your skin from sunburn and ultra-violet rays. Also, in most warm-weather areas, mosquitos, ticks, and other insects will be out an about. There are many natural big sprays as well. Be sure to stock up and protect yourself and your family.

3) Upgrade something. What needs to be upgraded in your life? Your phone? A room in your house? Your vacuum? Upgrade something to make your life easier.

'Each night, when I go to sleep, I die. And the next morning, when I wake up, I am reborn.'
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