Mastering a morning routine feels like the universal Step 1 to “becoming a new you.” Whenever we think about self-improvement, it often starts with the idea of waking up at the crack of dawn, hitting a workout immediately, and diving straight into productivity mode. But let’s be real—that approach doesn’t work for most people. Sacrificing sleep to squeeze in a workout can actually be counterproductive.

Those overly structured routines that plan out every task to the minute leave little room for individuality, which is key to creating a routine that truly fits your life.

Here are 4 different morning personality types that might resonate with you and how to plan your routine to what works best for YOU. 

But First: Here is One Hack to Help You Improve Your Mornings

Let’s be honest—staying in bed after your alarm rings feels good in the moment, but it sets the wrong tone for your day. Enter the 5-Second Rule ⌛️

Here’s how it works: when your alarm goes off, instead of snoozing or overthinking, count down from 5. “5-4-3-2-1,” and then move. No excuses, no second-guessing—just get up.

Why does this matter?

Because when you choose to get up, even when you don’t feel like it, you’re doing more than just starting your day—you’re keeping a promise to yourself. You’re showing discipline and proving that you can follow through, even when it’s hard.

Think about it: if you can’t even conquer the small act of getting out of bed, how will you tackle the bigger challenges in life? Each time you push past hesitation and get up, you strengthen your self-discipline and remind yourself that you’re capable of taking control and following through.

Now let’s get into the 4 different personality types

1. The Planner

You crave structure, routine, and predictability.

• Your Challenge: Excessive variety prevents you from establishing a routine.

• Your Perfect Routine: Stick to the classics—a highly structured plan that’s the same every day.

  • 👚 Morning Prep the Night Before: Lay out your workout clothes, prep your breakfast, or set up your workspace the evening before to streamline your mornings.

  • 🗓️ Timed Blocks: Assign specific time slots to each activity. For example: 7:00 AM wake-up, 7:05 journaling, 7:15 workout, etc. This ensures you stay on track without decision fatigue.

  • 🥑 Consistent Breakfast Routine: Rotate between 2-3 healthy, reliable options, like oatmeal with toppings, eggs with avocado, or a protein smoothie.

💡 Pro Tip: Waking up at the same time every day is super important for you to build consistency

2. The Energizer

You thrive on variety and excitement.

• Your Challenge: Too much structure = 🥱 boredom.

• Your Perfect Routine: Create a flexible routine that switches things up within categories. For example:

  • 🏋️‍♀️ Exercise: This can look like yoga, pilates, a short walk, or a run

  • 🎧️ Personal Growth: Read different book genres or try new podcasts.

  • 🎨 Creative Outlet: Spend a few minutes sketching, journaling, or brainstorming new ideas. This keeps your mornings exciting and taps into your love for variety.

  • 🥑 Mood-Driven Breakfasts: Rotate between smoothie bowls, hearty oatmeal, eggs, or an intermittent fasting day.

💡 Pro Tip: Keep your routine fresh but grounded by defining the categories you rotate through.

3. The Achiever

For high-energy, goal-oriented people who love to check things off their list.

• Challenge: You risk burnout by trying to do too much.

• Your Perfect Routine:

  • 🎯 Start your day with a quick, 5-minute visualization of your goals or by jotting down your to-do list.

    • Plan Your Day’s Top 3: After writing your to-do list, prioritize the top 3 tasks that will have the most impact. This helps avoid decision fatigue later.

  • 🥗 Fuel Up Smartly: Have a quick, nourishing breakfast or drink, like a protein smoothie or a nutrient-packed snack, to sustain your energy throughout the day.

  • 🔋 Use the next 20 minutes for a "power block," tackling one high-priority task.

💡 Pro Tip: Focus on fewer but impactful tasks to start your day with a win.

4. The Reflector

You value quiet reflection and peaceful mornings.

• Your Challenge: Overloading your mornings with hustle and chaos can leave you feeling overwhelmed.

• Your Perfect Routine: 

  • 🫧 Skincare Ritual: Incorporate a slow, soothing skincare routine as a form of self-care and mindfulness.

  • 🌿 Nature Connection: Step outside for fresh air or sit by a window to watch the sunrise and connect with nature.

  • 📕 Morning Reading: Enjoy 10-15 minutes with a book, poetry, or inspiring articles to ease into the day.

  • ☕️ Tea or Coffee: Start your day with your favorite beverage—savor the flavors and let it bring a sense of comfort and ease to your morning.

💡 Pro Tip: Prioritize activities that allow you to ease into your day, give yourself enough time to relax in the morning

✅ To-Do

1. Figure out your morning personality type.

2. Create a draft morning routine and commit to practicing it for 2 weeks.

3. Change, add or remove when things don’t feel right.

👩‍🔬Science-Backed Tip: Get Morning Light

Exposure to morning light is a powerful way to align your body clock and feel more awake. According to the Sleep and Circadian Neuroscience Institute at Oxford, morning light acts like a “photon shower” that signals your brain it’s time to start the day.

The closer to sunrise you can step outside, the better. Bright, cloudless daylight delivers around 10,000 lux of light, which is enough to influence your circadian rhythm and boost your alertness. In contrast, indoor lighting only provides about 100 lux, which is far too dim.

💡 Pro Tip: Spend at least 10 minutes outside or near a window in the morning to maximize the benefits of natural light, or invest in a light box if you need extra support during darker seasons.

Source: The Times

You made it! 🙌

Every small step in your morning routine is a win—no matter how simple it seems. Whether it’s getting out of bed when it’s tempting to hit snooze, choosing a mindful moment over rushing, or starting your day with intention even when it feels tough, your future self will thank you for the effort you put in this morning.

Now it’s time to put these insights into action. You’re closer than you think to the version of you that you’ve been dreaming about.

Until next time,

Becoming Her Team

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