The Art of the Slow Morning: Why I Swapped Rushing for Rambling
Ever spilled coffee on yourself while trying to get dressed, find your keys, and send a half-decent text all at once? Yep. Me too. Mornings used to feel like a race I didn’t sign up for—one where I’d trip over laundry and lose my dignity by 8am.
But then I discovered the magic of the slow morning.
What Even Is a Slow Morning?
It’s not about lying in bed until noon (although no judgment if that’s your thing). A slow morning is about moving with intention—not urgency. It’s making space for quiet, a hot cup of something comforting, and doing things in a way that feels good.
And honestly? My days are better because of it.
Here’s What My Slow Mornings Look Like Now:
- 5:00am: Wake up (because I’m a peaceful chaos unicorn, not a night owl).
- Stretch and stare at the ceiling for 5 minutes like I’m in a movie montage.
- Cup of tea, drunk slowly. Bonus points if I sit in the garden in my dressing gown and frighten the squirrels.
- Light journaling—nothing heavy, just a brain dump or some gratitude.
- Check planner (while ignoring the urge to panic about everything I said I’d do yesterday).
- Music or silence, depending on the vibe.
- Start work gently—maybe writing, maybe doodling, maybe procrastinating creatively.
Why Bother Slowing Down?
- Less anxiety. The world already moves fast. You don’t have to.
- More clarity. When I slow down, I actually remember what matters that day.
- Better moods. I’m nicer after tea. Fact.
Not a Morning Person? Start Here:
- Wake up 15 minutes earlier than usual (I promise, it won’t kill you).
- Do one kind thing for yourself—stretch, sip, breathe, don’t scroll.
- Build up slowly. This isn’t a bootcamp. It’s a reset.
Final Thought:
You don’t need to earn rest. A calm morning doesn’t make you lazy—it makes you human. Life isn’t a productivity contest. So take the slower path. Bonus if it leads past a bakery.