Episode

A Toolkit for Creating the Perfect Morning Routine
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43:06
Published: Mon Feb 13 2023
Description

In this episode, we’re discussing morning routines.This episode is very tactical and covers 5 simple but essential components of a perfect morning routine.I’m really glad that you’re taking this topic seriously because every successful person you admire is serious about their mornings.I sure am.How you set up your day is typically how it ends up.I love my morning routine so much that I call it the Million Dollar Morning, because it makes me feel like a million bucks for the rest of my day – and it creates a level of discipline in my life that helps me make millions of dollars too.But let me be clear: I am not naturally a morning person.And if that’s been your excuse, my mission is to change your mind.If you already have a morning routine, listen to this episode to take it up a notch.Xo Mel  Sign up today for my free 5-day Wake Up Challenge so you can start your own Million Dollar Morning routine tomorrow.  Once you finish listening,  be sure to check out the episode “The #1 Hack for Being More Productive Tomorrow” to learn why your morning routine begins the night before. In this episode, you’ll learn: 2:45: What is behavioral activation and how can it help you?4:50: How the first decision of your day is like the lead domino in a run.7:30: Feeling bad about your morning routine? Don’t. Here’s mine.8:20: Let’s talk about procrastination in the morning.12:10: I can relate if the heaviness of the morning overwhelms you.14:30: Morning routines are boring.16:30: Rule #1 of your brand new rockstar morning routine.17:10: Using The 5 Second Rule in your morning routine.21:05: The biggest and best question to ask yourself about getting up.23:00: Snooze Button Blues: the science behind why you shouldn’t snooze.26:20: The pep talk you need: what your alarm really means.27:00: Rule #2 will train you to start cleaning up life’s messes right off the bat.29:45: Rule #3 is my favorite simple habit that reminds me I’m a winner.34:00: Are you making this mistake in the bedroom?36:10: Rule #4 requires only 10 minutes to make a difference to your health.37:00: Do this in the morning and you’ll sleep better at night.38:00: Rule #5 The science-backed secret to making progress every day. Visit www.melrobbins.com/podcast for additional resources to help you go deeper.  Disclaimer

Chapters
Learn how to create a morning routine that sets you up for success and helps you achieve your goals.
00:00 - 08:07 (08:07)
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Morning routine
Summary

Learn how to create a morning routine that sets you up for success and helps you achieve your goals. The key is to start your routine the night before by winding down with a series of simple, consistent actions.

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A Toolkit for Creating the Perfect Morning Routine
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The Mel Robbins Podcast
Establishing a morning routine and keeping simple promises to ourselves every day creates discipline in our lives, boosts our confidence and resilience, and sets us up for success.
08:09 - 16:45 (08:35)
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Self-improvement
Summary

Establishing a morning routine and keeping simple promises to ourselves every day creates discipline in our lives, boosts our confidence and resilience, and sets us up for success. It is a game changer, particularly on those mornings when we wake up not feeling motivated.

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A Toolkit for Creating the Perfect Morning Routine
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The Mel Robbins Podcast
Learn how the 5 second rule can help you overcome sleep inertia and get out of bed quicker every morning.
16:45 - 26:33 (09:47)
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Productivity
Summary

Learn how the 5 second rule can help you overcome sleep inertia and get out of bed quicker every morning.

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A Toolkit for Creating the Perfect Morning Routine
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The Mel Robbins Podcast
The speaker encourages listeners to start their day with a positive mindset by pairing positive self-talk with brushing their teeth and making their bed, as a means of setting a positive domino ripple effect for the day.
26:33 - 33:24 (06:51)
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Mindset
Summary

The speaker encourages listeners to start their day with a positive mindset by pairing positive self-talk with brushing their teeth and making their bed, as a means of setting a positive domino ripple effect for the day.

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A Toolkit for Creating the Perfect Morning Routine
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The Mel Robbins Podcast
The first 20 minutes of your day should include 10 minutes of physical exercise and 10 minutes of a mindfulness practice to prioritize your well-being before checking your phone or attending to other people's needs.
33:24 - 38:05 (04:40)
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Mindfulness
Summary

The first 20 minutes of your day should include 10 minutes of physical exercise and 10 minutes of a mindfulness practice to prioritize your well-being before checking your phone or attending to other people's needs.

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A Toolkit for Creating the Perfect Morning Routine
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The Mel Robbins Podcast
Five promises to one's self to tackle a bit of the bigger picture every day that help in building small wins and achieving bigger goals.
38:05 - 42:50 (04:45)
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Motivation
Summary

Five promises to one's self to tackle a bit of the bigger picture every day that help in building small wins and achieving bigger goals.

Episode
A Toolkit for Creating the Perfect Morning Routine
Podcast
The Mel Robbins Podcast