For many of us, mornings are one of the most stressful times of day. Not only are you being jolted awake by a noisy alarm, you also have to engage in a work commute that could last anywhere from 30 minutes to several hours. There’s also the added stress that comes with trying to remember not to leave any essential items at home, such as your keys, wallet and smartphone. And that’s not even mentioning more generalized anxiety that comes with the fact that you’re now expected to have caught up on all pertinent emails before you even open the door to your company’s office.

If you’re one of the millions of people who are burdened with a troubling amount of mourning stress, you might want to give this Good Relaxation post a read. It outlines 8 different techniques you can use to make your mornings less stressful. If you take a few minutes out of your morning to stretch all of your muscles and massage any the pained areas, you’ll both wake up your body and start off your workday with less pent-up muscle tension. Although it may not seem like it, cutting down on some of the stress you feel at the beginning of your day can have a big impact on your overall quality of life.

Read the full article here: 8 Healthy Morning Rituals You Can Do To Start Your Day Right