☕️ Step 1: Coffee, Obviously
Let’s be honest. No “how to start your day” guide is complete without coffee. It’s not just caffeine—it’s therapy in a mug, motivation in liquid form, and a socially acceptable addiction. Whether you brew it fancy with a French press or hit the “brew” button half-asleep, that first sip sets the tone.
Don’t rush it. Sit down with your cup, breathe in the aroma, and let your brain reboot. For a few glorious minutes, it’s just you, your mug, and the sweet illusion that you have your life together.
If you’re into aesthetics (and who isn’t?), try using this rectangular bamboo serving tray to turn your morning coffee moment into a mini ritual. Or upgrade your setup with this sleek glass French press or coffee machine — trust me, it’s as Instagram-worthy as it is efficient.
(And yes, pour it into a cute mug that says something like “My brain has left the chat.” Because mood.)
✍️ Step 2: Journal It Out
Before diving headfirst into work emails, social media, and general chaos, take a few minutes to check in—with you. Journaling doesn’t have to mean writing a five-page essay about your feelings (unless that’s your thing).
Try this:
One thing you’re grateful for. (Yes, even if it’s just your Wi-Fi working today.)
One intention for the day. (Like “I will not spiral over things I can’t control.”)
One brain dump. Write down everything floating around in your head so it stops clogging up your mental space.
The magic of journaling is how it takes the morning fog and turns it into something you can actually navigate. You don’t need the “perfect” notebook or fancy pens. But if you want tools that make it feel extra special, this minimalist hardcover journal and these smooth gel pens
are my personal favorites. You may also try these guided journal template that I personally choose on times of where did I put my journal or pen moments.
🧘 Step 3: Five Minutes of Stillness (a.k.a. Meditation Without the Pressure)
If the word meditation makes you think of incense, chanting, and sitting cross-legged on a yoga mat—relax. This isn’t that (unless you want it to be).
Meditation is simply the art of being still long enough to hear your own thoughts before the world starts shouting at you. You can set a timer for five minutes, close your eyes, and just breathe.
Focus on the inhale, the exhale, and the fact that you’re giving yourself permission to pause. It’s less about “emptying your mind” and more about giving your brain a moment to catch up to your body.
If you like a cozy setup, light a calming soy candle set or sit on a soft floor cushion
to make your five minutes of stillness a little more grounding.
Step 4: Face the Chaos (But on Your Terms)
Now that you’ve fueled up, journaled out the brain clutter, and centered yourself a little—it’s time to face the day. The difference is, you’re not diving into chaos cold. You’ve given yourself space to start intentionally, which changes everything.
Sure, things might still go sideways (because, life). But when you start your day grounded instead of reactive, you handle the chaos differently. You’re less “Oh no, the sky is falling!” and more “Okay, what’s next?”
And that—more than any perfect morning routine—is the real goal.
☀️ Shop My Morning Routine
Here are a few things that make my mornings less ugh and more ahh:
Rectangular Bamboo Tray
Glass French Press Coffee Maker
Coffee Maker
Minimalist Hardcover Journal
Smooth Gel Pens Set
Calming Soy Candle Set
Soft Floor Cushion
Or go to my ETSY store to shop the mug that gets you and the guided journal template that can help start your day right.
The Takeaway
You don’t need a 12-step ritual or a $5 latte habit to start your day well. You just need a few intentional moments that belong entirely to you. Coffee. A journal. A little quiet.
It’s not about being productive from the moment you wake up—it’s about protecting your peace before the world starts asking for pieces of it.
So tomorrow morning, before you scroll, reply, or run—pour your coffee, grab your pen, and take a breath. The chaos can wait five more minutes.
