Do you have a ritual in the morning to get your day started?  If so is it working for you?  A morning ritual consists of taking ideally an hour of your day preferably a half hour after rising to do some sort of exercise to clear the way for a creative day.  Walking or jogging is an excellent option as is hitting the gym for some cardio and / or weight lifting activity.  Cardio is a fantastic example of how expending energy creates energy and you will find that once the hard work is done you will feel fantastic.  If you are just starting out with cardio training – 20 minutes a day is a great place to start.   Intervals are also very effective for example if you are on the stationary bike – ride flat out for 15 seconds and continue for the next 45 seconds at a more leisurely pace and repeat.

Also known as the “hour of power” in some circles the ritual is a way to clear your mind and then prime your mind with nutritious thoughts.  If you spend the first five to ten minutes thinking about what you want out of your day, the next five to ten minutes on positive affirmations, a couple I like are “I am a brilliant and savvy businesswoman” and “what is mine comes to me in avalanches of abundance” so work with what makes you buzz.   The rest of the hour let your mind wander and create up a storm.  Think about what is important to you, how you can improve on what you are doing and question whether you are challenging yourself enough or are you living in an ordinary space.

You could alternate your morning rituals, between gym and walking and also including meditation in the equation.   By rotating different activities it will help to stave off the boredom factor – if that is something you struggle with.   The important factor is that you continue with this practice and don’t give up on it.   The results will amaze you as you become more creative, focussed and energised.  After completing an hour of power, follow it up with a nutritious breakfast and you will be in a position to power into your day – look out!

I am writing this as much for me and for you, I have been all over the place lately in my online business and have been out of focus and achieving mediocre results, that’s not good enough anymore.  I have re-evaluated my day and realised that I have become complacent about my morning ritual and therefore stagnant in my home business.  I commit to resolving this today!