Routine guide

Morning Reset

A light morning routine that clears last night’s mess and sets you up for the day.

A small morning reset keeps the day from starting already behind. You are not doing a full clean – just clearing the worst of yesterday.

When to use this routine

Use this routine on weekdays or any day you want a calmer start.

Steps in this routine

  1. 1.

    Open up the space

    Open curtains or blinds, crack a window and let some light and air in.

  2. 2.

    Clear dishes and wipe key surfaces

    Empty or load the dishwasher, clear the sink and wipe kitchen counters.

  3. 3.

    Quick tidy of main room

    Put away items left out overnight and give the room a 5-minute reset.

  4. 4.

    Simple personal start

    Drink water, take any morning medication and do a tiny movement or stretch.

Tips for running this routine

FAQ

What if mornings are already stressful?

Start with a two-step version – for example, clear dishes and a 5-minute tidy – and build from there once it feels normal.

Use this routine in RoutineHQ

Save this template as a reusable routine, tweak the steps and run it in Run Mode whenever you need it.

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