Healthy Break(fast) for the Mind

I'm sure you've heard someone tell you about the importance of starting your day with a good breakfast.  It's vital to giving your body the kick start that it needs.  Well, I'd like to suggest that your mind requires a daily kick start as well.

Too often little things occur in our mornings that set the tone for the day and they all seem to happen TO us...

• Kids refuse to get dressed - bad day
• Significant other leaves you a loving note - good day
• You spill coffee on your shirt 5 minutes before you have to leave - bad day
• You hit every green light on the way to work - good day

Letting the world happen to us can be a depressing thing.   Take control of the day when it starts with a little mental breakfast.  Set aside time to immerse yourself in the motivational.  Whether this is a book with your first cup of coffee or a podcast on your ride to work (my personal preference).  The time you set aside will awaken your mind and prepare you for the day ahead.

I'd suggest starting with one of the following podcasts (I despise wasted driving time):

Entreleadership

TED Radio Hour

Believe me, it will be worth it.