Start Strong, End Well: 10 Ways to Make the Most of Every Day

A day is more purposeful if it has intentional routines, built-in fun, and connections that bring joy.

Ending the day without digital distractions helps prepare the body and mind for restful, restorative sleep. Gorodenkoff/Shutterstock

Every day we’re blessed with another opportunity to reach for our greatest potential; to do the things we believe that we should do; to show up as a source of light, comfort, and inspiration to those around us; and to make the most of the precious time we’ve been given.

Although we can’t control many aspects of how each day will unfold, we can do our part to prepare for whatever each day may have in store. When we’ve handled responsibilities, put in our reps, and built a solid foundation of mind, body, and spirit, we set ourselves up for success. Here are 10 ways to ensure that you’re making the most of each and every day.

Rise and Shine

How you begin each morning sets the tone for the entire day ahead. For starters, wake up early. Benjamin Franklin was really onto something when he said, “Early to bed and early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise.” There’s something magical about starting your day with plenty of time to yourself before life’s demands show up.