Mornings set the tone for everything. I’ve learned over the years that I don’t need a 5 a.m. wake-up or an ice bath to feel grounded, I just need rhythm, presence, and a few simple rituals that help me feel like myself.
Here are six morning rituals that anchor my day, soften my mood, and (most importantly) remind me to come back to myself, one breath at a time.
1. Facial Massage with Cold Spoons or a Gua Sha Stone
There’s something about a cold gua sha tool gliding over sleepy skin that feels like a slow wake-up call for the soul. I apply a few drops of oil and gently sweep across my face—focusing on jaw tension and puffiness.
2. Coffee in Silence (No Phone Allowed)
This one’s sacred. I sit with my coffee and resist the urge to scroll. I listen to the quiet. I let my thoughts arrive slowly. This tiny boundary, no screens, no input, creates just enough space for real presence.
3. Skin Reset with my essential products
Even if I don’t wear makeup, I do this: gentle cleanser, hydrating serum, sunblock. It feels like washing off sleep and stepping into myself. No rush, just rhythm.
What I use:
Brightening eye cream from COSRX
4. A Slow Stretch with Music
Nothing intense, just neck rolls, a spinal twist, and reaching for the ceiling while my favorite ambient playlist plays. It helps me connect to my body gently.
Alternatively I like to do a 5-10 minute meditation sitting on a cushion on the floor.
5. Intentional Scent
Before I leave the house, or just open my laptop, I mist a soft, grounding scent. It’s more for me than anyone else. Like an exhale I can carry into the day. I prefer a fresher scent such as the Byredo Super Cedar.
These aren’t just habits, they’re anchors. Little rituals that tether me to something steady before the rush of the day pulls me under.
If you try any of them (or have your own morning rituals), I’d love to hear in the comments below.
