A rushed and frantic morning makes for a rushed and unproductive day. You can spend hours creating all the spreadsheets you want or putting together slides for a big presentation and still accomplish a whole lot of nothing. If you are struggling to set a pace for your day outside of work, then focus on your hygiene. It’s simple to brush your teeth and comb your hair.

Maybe a quick, warm shower is the best way to jumpstart your morning. You can even do a quick rundown of what you anticipate your day to be like while washing. But if you can put your mind in gear through an intentional, peaceful, and motivating morning, then you can think through what you want to accomplish. Your mindset will shift from the tasks that you need to complete the goals that you want to achieve. The difference is tremendous.