Shaynna’s Favourite Morning Rituals to Inspire Your Own

Mornings are a magical time. With a few simple morning rituals, you can experience more peace, and calm, while getting a headstart on your day. Shaynna Blaze, our expert for all-things home decor and style swears by her morning rituals. "Mornings are my favourite part of the day. Having space and time to do things for me before anything is asked of me, is pretty rare. But in the morning, time is my own."

In those moments of stillness - there is an opportunity to better focus on what's ahead, prioritise time, and ultimately have a productive and fulfilling day. To set the tone for your entire day, let's look at some interesting morning rituals Shaynna loves that you can try too:

#1 MAKE YOUR BED

We're big fans of this mindfulness ritual. Something as simple as making your bed can create a deep sense of accomplishment as you step into your day. Think of it as a ripple effect. One task completed in the morning will turn into many other completed tasks during the day. When you make your bed, it's also saying you care about yourself and your home. This feeling of being cared for is uplifting and helps lighten your mood.

Top Tip:

Transform the bedroom into a cosy oasis with the right bedding choices. For instance, Shaynna's spring wool quilt dressed in her Tannum tufted quilt cover or Mills woven jacquard quilt cover set is perfect for a look that's high on texture and style. Pair with her 375 thread count cotton sateen sheet set and memory fibre pillows and sink-in.

#2 PAUSE, REFLECT & DETOX

As Shaynna recommends, you could do this with a cup of green tea while lounging around the kitchen bench. Alternatively, pick any other detox beverage of your choice - like a glass of hot lemon water or a green smoothie. The important thing is to curate a ritual that represents your lifestyle best. Complement this routine with Shaynna's stunning range of crisscross glassware.

MORNING ROUTINE IDEAS TO TRY THIS SPRING

#3 Embrace nature:

Irrespective of where you live, mornings are a great time to spend in nature. With spring around the corner, this is an excellent ritual to help you gently ease into your day. Why not consider going for a short walk, stretching outdoors on the yoga mat, or tending to your kitchen garden?

#4 Meditate:

Allow yourself every morning to observe and bring awareness to your thoughts through meditation. Heighten your focus and breathe deeply.

#5 Gratitude journaling:

Write down one or two things you're grateful for as part of your early morning routine. Whether it's your job, body, your partner, a nourishing meal, or the company of good friends - bringing your awareness to the good things in life will boost feelings of happiness and increase overall wellbeing.

#6 Declutter:

Doing a quick clean-up is an excellent ritual to kickstart your day. This could be something as simple as decluttering your desk before starting work, folding clothes from the laundry basket, or tidying up your sofa by arranging the cushions.

#7: Prepare a healthy breakfast:

Eating a healthy brekkie will nourish your body and provide the energy you need to get started. Whether it's a smoothie bowl, eggs on toast, or oatmeal and blueberries - carve time to prep and enjoy a meal before your day takes over. Sprinkle some more joy with Shaynna Blaze's new range of dinnerware. We highly recommend it.

#8 Light a candle:

Light a perfumed candle as you get ready. The simplest of changes can shift your room's energy and leave you feeling uplifted. We love the gardenia, orange blossom, or tea rose candles for their fresh spring aromas.

Do something kind for yourself - try these 8 mindful morning rituals to transform your every day. Watch the latest video for Shaynna's tips on easing into your day with purpose, positivity, and enthusiasm. Alternatively, create your morning routine based on the things you love doing!

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