You have a choice. Stop this right now! If I can ever get you to make peace with your mornings by establishing a few simple habits in your life, you will never go back.

Before you go to bed:

• Gather up the items you will need for tomorrow. Put them by your front door.

• Check your calendar for tomorrow's appointments.

• Lay out your clothes for tomorrow.

• Brush and floss your teeth and wash your face.

• Go to bed at a decent hour, this way you will feel like getting up!

When you get up in the morning:

• Get dressed as soon as your feet hit the floor.

• Swish and swipe the bathroom while you are getting dressed.

• Eat breakfast, drink water and take your supplements and medications.

• Gather up the items to take with you.

• Do not wait till the last moment to leave your home. It is OK to be early.

These simple habits will change your life. The main thing you have to do is go to bed at a decent hour so you will have the energy to get started on your day.

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Marla Cilley, a k a FlyLady, is the author of "Sink Reflections" (Bantam Books Trade Paperback). For more help, please go to: www.FlyLady.net. © 2006