3 Simple Ways to Start Your Day with a Smile

It’s hard. It’s hard to get out of bed. It’s hard to accomplish our tasks. It’s hard to have fun. It’s hard to smile. Sometimes, it’s hard to live. Unfortunately, there’s not an easy fix to this. But thankfully for us, a difficult life doesn’t guarantee a pointless one, and we can find beauty in the mess.

Although there is no immediate and magical remedy to erase all our struggles, there are some simple actions that lighten the load. Below are three easy steps you can take in the morning that might brighten your day and help you find joy in life’s fight.

1. Think of One Thing You’re Excited About

To be perfectly honest, sometimes the only thing getting me out of bed is my to-do list and responsibilities. It may get me up, but it doesn’t put a smile on my face and makes me dread the day with all of its difficult and boring tasks. So, rather than thinking about all of your dreaded responsibilities for the day, think about one thing you’re excited about. It doesn’t have to be extravagant and out of the ordinary; it just has to be something that brings you a little joy and hope. For me, sometimes it’s just the iced coffee and creative writing time I have to myself in the morning. It could be that you have a new day to spend with your loved ones. Maybe it’s the joy you have to be able to move your body or finally accomplish a task you’ve been working on for a long time. Whatever it is, think about that rather than what you are not looking forward to.

2. Get Some Fresh Air

I know this one is not very sustainable in cold climates, but if the weather is nice, it can really help. You don’t even have to go on a walk to get fresh air. If you don’t have much time in the morning to go on a walk, just open a window or sit on the front porch for five minutes. Close your eyes. Breathe in the fresh air. Let it blow your worries away.

3. Talk to Your Loved One

The people you care about are in your life for a reason. You weren’t made to walk this road alone, so take some time in the morning to talk to a close friend or family member. It doesn’t have to be an hour-long conversation where you trauma-dump everything that’s happening in your life. It could be a couple of simple words. Sometimes, all you have to say is “Good morning” or “I love you.” If you can put a smile on your loved one’s face, you’ll probably start smiling too. If you live alone, then you can give your friend or family member a text, or you can call them on your way to work.

Final Thoughts

I hope these tips help you find some comfort, and I hope you have a restful weekend surrounded by the people you love. Be sure to let me know what you do to get through the day. Are any of the actions I mentioned above in your daily routine?