Ep 28: Why Being Intentional in the Morning Makes Such a Difference

This week’s episode was inspired by a recent BBC Radio segment I was asked to contribute to on morning routines. It’s a topic I’ve touched on before, but in this episode I wanted to focus on what I believe is one of the most important ways to look at them — not from the perspective of having the “perfect” routine, but how you start your day and the impact that has on how it feels. At the core of this is the difference between starting your day on the back foot versus the front foot - in other words, reactively versus proactively. I talk through what that looks like in practice, why it matters, and some simple ways to create a more intentional start to your day, even if you don’t have much time. In this episode, I cover: The difference between a reactive and proactive start to the day Why many people unknowingly start their day on the back foot How your morning affects your stress levels, focus, and energy The role of “locus of control” and why it matters Why your morning actually starts the night before Simple, realistic ways to create a more intentional morning How small changes can make a big difference to how your day feels Interested in support? If this is something you recognise in yourself and you’d like to build more structure, consistency, and intention into your routine, this is exactly the kind of work I support clients with. Feel free to get in touch to arrange a call and explore whether coaching would be a good fit for you or your team. Email: info@katehorwood.com