5 simple things worth reminding yourself before the day begins

The first few minutes after waking up are rarely calm.

For many people, the day begins with a glance at the phone, a mental list of unfinished work, and a quick calculation of how much time is left before they need to leave the house. Before breakfast is finished, the mind is already racing ahead.

That may be why more people are paying attention to something surprisingly simple: the words they tell themselves at the start of the day.

No, it isn’t about standing in front of a mirror and repeating motivational quotes. It’s about small reminders that can help put everyday worries into perspective before they start taking over.

Here are five thoughts that may be worth carrying into the morning.

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