Let’s create your morning routine

Published on 2/9/2026

A morning routine is a habit or set of habits you do in the morning.
It’s good to have a routine you do every morning, for example:

  • Morning time is more effective.
  • You don’t have to worry about your next action.
  • You can rethink how you spend your morning time
  • You’ll have a calmer morning.
  • You can concentrate better on what you’re doing in the morning.

Creating a morning routine can help you feel more satisfied.
This idea also works for a night routine.
If you’re a night owl, creating a night routine might be better for you.

Everyone concentrates best at different times of the day.
You can choose the time that works best for you.
In this blog, I recommend a morning routine.

What does your ideal morning look like?

How do you usually spend your mornings?

First, write down your ideal morning.
We recommend writing your ideal morning routine on paper or on your computer.

If you want to make a morning routine but don’t have many ideas yet, here are some morning routine ideas for you.

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What should you do?

When you do your favorite activities in the morning, you can feel satisfied with your morning time and start the day in a positive mood.

If you already have some preferred activities, just do them!
But if you don’t have any ideas yet, you can look at the ideas below and find what you want to do.

Morning Health & Exercise

Take care of yourself in the morning to boost your productivity

  • Drink water
  • Feel the sunrise
  • Stretch
  • Do yoga
  • Go for a walk
  • Go running
  • Exercise
  • Take a shower
  • Meditate
  • Listen to your favorite music
  • Take a different route on your commute

Morning Eating Habits

Eating breakfast is easier if last night’s dinner was earlier or lighter.

  • Eat breakfast
  • Make a lunchbox
  • Prepare your ideal breakfast
  • Eat a healthy breakfast
  • Grind coffee beans and enjoy a tasty cup of coffee

Morning Study or Hobby Habits

It’s easier to concentrate in the morning than at other times of the day, so it’s a great time to work or study.
We recommend organizing your to-do list.

  • Do your favorite activities
  • Study for work
  • Read a book
  • Listen to an audiobook
  • Read the newspaper
  • Take an online language lesson
  • Practice an instrument
  • Write morning pages or a diary
  • Take photos during your commute

Morning Housework

Doing housework in the morning can help you feel good and refreshed.

  • Clean up the house
  • Open the windows and enjoy the fresh air
  • Organize your room
  • Do the laundry
  • Take care of your plants

Morning Beauty or Fashion Habits

Morning makeup can help you feel more confident

  • Do your skincare routine
  • Do your makeup carefully
  • Style your hair
  • Record your outfit every day
  • Polish your shoes before leaving home

Morning Enjoyable Habits

Morning time is limited, but you can still enjoy short activities like social media or games. Just be careful not to lose track of time.

  • Upload to your blog or post on social media
  • Check your email
  • Check the news
  • Browse the internet
  • Play video games

Do you play the videogames in the morning?

I love video games, but I can’t control my time very well.
Since morning time is limited, it actually helps me stop playing.

Morning Workshops

Both in-person and online morning workshops can motivate you to wake up earlier.

  • Join morning activities
  • Join morning workshops or reading groups
  • Meet people
  • Go to a café
  • Go to a study space or school

Some Tips for an Ideal Morning Routine

If you want to try a new morning routine, you need to make time for it.
Here are some tips to help you get started.

Check Your Time Wasters

First, decide how much time you want to spend on your new routine.
Once you’ve decided, make time for it.
Waking up earlier is one easy way to do this.
However, before you do that, check how you’re wasting time in the morning.

Don’t Wake Up Too Early

If you want to wake up earlier, start small.
Try waking up 5–15 minutes earlier instead of one hour earlier.
Getting used to it gradually is important.

Go to Bed Earlier

At the same time, try going to bed earlier.
We don’t recommend reducing your sleep time — getting enough sleep is important.

This blog has a calculator that helps you see how enough sleep can boost your productivity.

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Tips for Creating Your Ideal Morning Beyond Time Management

There’s a huge difference in how we feel at the end of the day between
“I didn’t do what I wanted to do” and
“I did what I wanted to do.”

Here are some tips to help you continue your morning routine without stress.

Don’t Hustle Too Much

When you’re busy, studying for an hour every day can be hard.
Start small — even 10 minutes a day is enough.
Small steps are easier to keep, especially at first.

Don’t Think “I Have to Do It”

Don’t tell yourself, “I have to do it.”
That kind of thinking can make life feel stressful.
An easygoing approach is easier to continue and helps you stay motivated.

Create Your To-Do List

Write down everything you want to do so you don’t forget.
Keeping a to-do list and checking it daily can help you stay on track.

We hope you’ll enjoy a better morning

Find a routine that fits you and try using a to-do list — it can really help.
We’re always cheering you on as you create your ideal morning.

We’re always cheering you on.

Note: This article is translated from the Japanese version. The call plan (voice support) mentioned here is not yet available in the English version and is currently under preparation. Updates will be shared on the English site when the service is ready.

Author

Namiko Fukuoka

Namiko Fukuoka

Representative Partner, Task Management Partner. I help clients from a wide range of industries and backgrounds improve their productivity through behavior management and habit-building support. I have worked as a librarian at multiple libraries. Building on my experience in continuous improvement, I opened a private library (coworking space) in Umeda, Osaka, where I provided a comfortable workspace and supported many business professionals. I have also given talks at universities and within the library community. In addition, I have experience launching small businesses, including publishing, selling small goods, and running a kimono dressing class. I’m passionate about creating systems that make work and study more efficient, and about helping people stay motivated.

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