I've recently noticed myself spending way too much time scrolling on my phone first thing. Before I know it, that whole first hour has gone by, and it can make me feel off all day. I've been trying to avoid going on my phone for the first hour after I wake up, and it's really changed my whole morning!
My Productive Morning Routine
I am a strong believer that the way I start my morning affects the rest of my day. This post is about my morning routine on a normal school day, with the goal of making sure I stay productive! Wake…
Making Spirits Bright: Surviving the Dark Winter in Finland
"Kaamos" is the Finnish word for "polar nights:" some places don't see sun for three months. Helsinki, where I am, is southerly enough to get some light--almost seven hours per day now! Still, it's not as luxurious as the nine…
Transitioning From a Night Owl to an Early Bird
Everyone, mornings are not my friend. I'm the type of person who crawls out of the bed slowly, sloth-like, and is counting down the hours until I can return to that safe haven. I'm also a self-professed night owl, meaning…