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A Blank Page - A Great Way to Fill It




A blank page - that is the first view of a new blog post. It has been a while since I have faced the blank page of my little blog! A blank page can bring a variety of emotions - emptiness, anxiety, pressure to perform or emotions such as inspiration, encouragement or simply bursting to share something.

But there is always something fresh and exciting about the blank page of a New Year. Happy 2023! This is always a time in my life where inspiration and plans are formed and ready to be implemented for greater change.

Aspirations may start strong, but alone do not make a difference. It takes consistency to create change. The changing or adding small habits is a key to great changes.

A habit that has been beneficial in my life for many years is rising early. It began when the children were small and was the only pocket of time I had to myself. Through the years, mornings have become my favorite time of the day. Now that my husband and I are empty nesters, we go to bed early and rise early. The pocket of alone time has greatly increased, but still must be utilized for maximum potential. 

The first part of the day is the most important time of the day. Investing in this time is a single discipline that will reap multiple rewards. This time sets the tone for the day - it is a blank page ready to be filled and what we choose to put into our minds during this time determines the path of the day. It is a vital part to begin a good day.

BECOMING AN EARLY RISER AND  WILL TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE

Biologist Christoph Randler’s research shows that those ‘whose performance peaks in the morning are better positioned for career success.’ When you get up at a certain time say 6:30 AM, you will also fall asleep at a certain time say 10:00 PM. Once you have set this schedule in the new year, your mood, productivity, and energy are enhanced.

The habit of being an early riser will transform and empower you by having more time for yourself, getting a good night’s sleep, and experiencing all the cycles of sleep, beautiful skin, maximizing productivity, better mental health, and time management.

The Bible encourages us to "seek first the kingdom of God". Beginning the day in God's Word and prayer establishes the day upon the rock of His truth. Time spent with God, before turning our attention to the demands of the day, gives true purpose to the day. When our mind is peaceful and receptive to insight and inspiration we are able to take on the day with confident assurance. 

If you want to change your life, change your habits. The fastest way to do big things is to consistently do the small, right things.  Rising early is a great habit to begin this new year! 

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