Why We Don’t Do Morning Routines and Why That’s Totally Okay

09/09/2025 26 min
Why We Don’t Do Morning Routines and Why That’s Totally Okay

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🎙️This week, we’re taking on the glossy, Instagram-worthy morning routine and asking… do you really need one? From 4:45 a.m. wake-ups to cold showers and journaling, we put 10 “science-backed” habits under the microscope — and discover that real success doesn’t always look like a perfectly curated morning. 🌞💡 Highlights You Don’t Want to Miss:00:00 🎧 Why We’re Talking About Morning Routines (and Anti-Routines)01:27 ⏰ Wake Up Times – How Consistent Are We Really?03:31 🌞 Natural Light – Fans, Haters, and Archie’s Morning Wee08:42 💧 Hydration Hacks – Bedside Water, Electrolytes, and Caffeine Rules10:37 🏃‍♀️ Morning Movement – From Zombie Walks to Gym Workouts12:02 🍳 Protein-Packed Breakfasts (Plus Our Weekend Pastry Treats)14:43 🧠 Mental Stimulation – Journaling, To-Do Lists, and Candy Crush17:06 ☕ Caffeine Timing – The 90-Minute Myth18:57 📵 Doomscrolling – How We Avoid It (Mostly)21:20 ❄️ Cold Showers – Benefits, Myths, and Why We’re Not Convinced23:09 📅 Planning Your Day – The Only Routine We Swear By25:00 📝 Final Takeaways – Why Your “Right” Routine Is the One That Works for You