Add This One Thing to Your Morning to Create MORE Time in Your Day
Kickstart your passion project without leaving your job or getting up at 4 a.m. (unless you want to).
You’ve been there: the day ends, and you think, “Where did the time go?” It’s mostly a blur of fighting with your calendar to save lunch from yet another meeting and checking your phone’s apps for the 275th time to find... nothing. The next day? Same story—except this time, you won the lunch battle.
Let the Day's Workload Wait
Most of us start the morning with emails, news feeds, or a mental race through the day’s to-dos. It sets the tone, for better or worse. Some of us proudly call ourselves early birds, bragging about everything we’ve done by 8 a.m. But no matter when your morning starts, the question is: are you doing something fulfilling or just putting out the most immediate fires?
It's no longer a secret that starting your day with intention—especially by doing something that lights you up—can feel like you've gained time. A slight shift in your morning routine might just change everything.
Your workload can wait—it’s not going anywhere.
Your focus, energy, and sense of purpose, on the other hand, are not as patient.
Give them what they need first thing in the morning.
Think Beyond Morning Journaling and Meditating
What if you spent the first few minutes of your day doing something different? I’m not talking about exercising, journaling, or meditating—those are great, and these days and times, they’re as essential as brushing your teeth, just for mental hygiene.
But I want you to think beyond that.
Think about starting your day with something that excites you, sparks your creativity and puts you in the flow.
What if you start your day with a small piece of something you’ve always wanted to explore—painting with those vibrant blues and greens you picked up at the market, writing a poem about your October trip to New York City, drafting content for the photography workshop you’ve been dreaming of hosting by the holidays, or sketching ideas for that sports clothing line that’s been on your mind lately.
Forget the Permission
Who says your passion project is only for the weekends? The days of saving joy for Saturday are over.
Give yourself permission to have a blended day with everything important in it.
Dedicating just a few minutes each morning to a passion project—a hobby, learning a skill, or working on a side business—can make it feel like you've gained hours. This is your sacred space, where you reconnect with yourself and connect with the activity. You tap into your creativity, fulfillment, and growth.
Five minutes is plenty to zone out and give you energy for the rest of the day.
You notice other things start to lose the initial overwhelming and rushed importance.
Set Yourself Up for Success
Think of one small, fulfilling activity to add to your morning. Keep it simple and manageable: jot down ideas, doodle, or sketch the tree outside your window. Your passion project doesn’t have to be big or impressive, and you don’t need to worry about the outcome.
But first, like every other project, starting your passion project requires preparation. Don’t fret—we stay with small steps.
For example, if you plan to write that poem about New York City, set yourself up the night before. Lay out a notepad and pen in a spot where you’ll quickly find them, or open a blank document on your computer. That way, it’s ready and waiting when you sit down to start. Similarly, if you want to paint a meadow, dust off your acrylics and place them somewhere visible to remind yourself of your intention. Or, get more creative - have a humorously crafted message for yourself ready on your bathroom mirror to remind you about your book project. Having everything ready makes you more likely to follow through.
Then, five intentional minutes can go a long way.
Yes, it’s hard at first. Emails, news feeds, and the fear of “missing out” will try to pull you back to your old routine. But those five minutes are a gift—a gateway to other beautiful opportunities.
Persist, and you will see your garden flourish.
Do it for you and only you.
Experiment freely, without judgment or the need for perfection.
The Payoff
Your days will feel more accomplished. Your focus on other tasks and activities will become sharper. This sense of purpose adds energy that makes time feel slower. Spending just a few minutes on a passion project each morning can create more space, joy, and more time in your day. The end of day comes and you can finally say that you accomplished something. You smile to yourself and feel pride.
AND celebrate!
Ready to start your passion project?
Schedule a session with me today, and let's get that passion project off the ground for you.
