The benefits of waking up early each day #1 You get to see the sunrise
Watching the sun as it rises each day can be a beautiful and breathtaking experience. It does not matter how often I see the sunrise, I am still impressed by it. It is a lovely sight to see, wherever you may be in the world.
The benefits of waking up early each day #2 You can write more for AC
If you wake up early, you can get a head start by writing earlier in the day for AC. Personally, I find that if I write my first article early in the day, I am more inclined to write more as the day progresses. So make an early start and write soon after you get up. You will likely feel inspired to write more.
The benefits of waking up early each day #3 Housework can be completed sooner
A lot of people put off doing housework and then find that they have no real desire to do it later on in the day or evening. Is that your own experience? But if you start your day off with some housework, it will be over and done with before you know it. The activity will also give you energy for other tasks that you would rather get done, unless of course you like doing housework! Another benefit to doing housework earlier in the day is that if an impromptu guest shows up later in the day, you will not be rushing around trying to clear up as you invite them in.
The benefits of waking up early each day #4 The day is longer
People who get up late in the morning or in the afternoon miss out on a very nice part of the day and that is the morning too. Listening to the birds singing, the cars driving off to work and children talking as they walk over to the bus stop are things that you miss out on if you wake up late. So, in effect, the day is not as long for people who get up later. If you are a late riser, a lot of the day will be gone and you cannot regain what you have missed until the next opportunity comes up.
The benefits of waking up early each day #5 You can get a head start on a day trip
If you are planning a day trip on your own or with a family member, you can get a head start on your trip by waking up early and setting off in good time. This is a good idea, especially if your destination is a few hours from home. Why waste part of the day by sleeping? You will be able to reach your destination when the attractions or shops open, rather than have to deal with lots of other tourists later on in the day. The atmosphere is often calmer and more relaxed if you go on a day trip earlier in the day.
The benefits of waking up early each day #6 You establish a good wake up routine
People who get up at the same time each day are usually able to do so because they have conditioned their bodies to do so. Some people require an alarm clock, otherwise they will not wake up. But the body can condition itself to get up at the same time each morning even without the use of an alarm clock. Getting to bed at around the same time each night will help to make getting up early easier.
Waking up early is not always something that people love t odo. We all like to have the opportunity to sleep for a little longer than usual from time to time and there is nothing wrong with that. But waking up early certainly does have its advantages and it can work for you too.
Published by Sophie
I emigrated to America from the UK in November 2006. I am a homemaker, but I have always had a passion for writing. View profile
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4 Comments
Post a CommentI have forced myself to get up early, otherwise I miss out on lots of stuff, getting some me time, getting clothes on the line as early as possible so they will dry before next month etc.! Great article!
there are benefits...
but i just love to sleep in
So true, Sophie!
Excellent reasons and the one that comes to mind that you didn't mention is you have the perfect excuse to take an afternoon nap!