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How To Wake Up Feeling Happier By Mamma Wellbeing

C&A - meditation
Annabel James and Carmella Sternberg, the co-founders of wellness discovery platform Mamma Wellbeing share their 5 most effective tools to wake up feeling happier. Most of us often underestimate the power of a good night’s sleep when it comes to our state of mind. But it is not only the sleep, but also the things we do before we go to bed and when we wake up matter how we will feel in the morning.  Mindful consumption  - Review your bedtime consumption habits  Stay mindful of the media you consume,  the messages and emails you open, the food and drinks you consume and the boundaries with those you live with. In order to create the most optimal sleeping conditions stay away from any stress inducing stimuli for at least 2 hours before going to bed. Breathing - Having doubts? Breathe them out Try this short exercise to bring clarity and peace when you wake or before you sleep. Breathe in through the nose for 4 counts (feel your belly rise), hold for 4 (nice and gently) and breathe out of your mouth for 8 counts. Doubling your exhale calms your nervous system and induces a rest and digest state. Counting helps to anchor the mind. Remember you have this simple and powerful tool right under your nose whenever you need it. Self Gratitude - Practice gratitude and acknowledgment Our mind often focuses on what we haven’t achieved and what we "should've'' done. Take a moment to notice all the things that you have accomplished and speak some words of gratitude to yourself. An example could be "I'm so grateful for my smart work today, for the kindness I've shown my co-workers and for never giving up on myself. " Movement - Shake it up!  Movement helps to unblock any stuck energy in the body and releases chemicals that boost our wellbeing. Whether you feel like dancing, doing some yoga or having a long walk, the effects on your mind, body and happiness are undeniable. Try 5 minutes of shaking on the spot with your favourite music on loud.  Journaling and intention setting Journaling with an intention setting can help you take out the ‘mental trash’ of the day and reset. Free flow writing in your journal for 11 mins (or as long as you like) creates a space for uncensored thoughts and feelings to come out and be cleared.  Follow by asking yourself the following questions: What can I let go of today? What am I grateful for? What support am I calling in?