This Morning Routine Will Improve Your Mood

A good nights sleep

Any morning routine should begin the night before. Make sure you get a good nights sleep. Without adequate sleep it is difficult to start the day on a positive footing.

Start the day with a refreshing zingy, zesty shower. Shower gels and soaps that contain citrus essentials oils such as lemon, lime, mandarine or grapefruit, not only smell delicious but they have an uplifting effect on the senses.

Getting up at a reasonable hour that allows plenty of time to prepare for your day. Nothing worse than dashing around with coffee cup in one hand and coat in the other.

Start the day with a healthy breakfast and try to eat some of those lovely citrus fruits whose essential oils were in your shower gel.

Go easy on the news, we all know it is a media platform for spreading negativity and stirring up fear and manipulation. Know what you need to know and take the rest with a pinch of salt.

If you have time, write a short list of positive tasks and stick it on your fridge door. Ticking off the ones you complete or achieve.

Or, a trip to your nearest yoga class or any form of exercise will increase the level of happy hormones.