The Importance of Setting a Morning Routine

As an adult, you've probably thought about your morning routine before.  What time you have to set your alarm, what you need to do before you head out for the day.  And most of us have probably come up with a routine that works well for our schedules, right?  Well, did you know that morning routines can be just as important for young people?

Establishing (and sticking to!) a morning routine can help young people and adults feel prepared and ready to tackle the day.  Something as simple as leaving a little extra time to do something you enjoy can set a positive tone for the entire day!

Author Benjamin Spall interviewed 300 "high achievers" and uncovered several similarities in their morning routines.  Among them?  Making time for something that energizes you and experimenting with your wake-up time to find one that's right for you.  Check out his full story in the New York Times for more tips on creating a morning routine that sets you up for success.