Automatic Morning “Flow” for Effortless Parenting Success

The Dopamine Power of a Morning Routine

Whether you identify as a morning person or not, the routine you establish at dawn plays a pivotal role in your day. According to neuroscientist Richard Solomon, engaging your body in physical activity right after waking can significantly enhance dopamine production. This boost in dopamine is crucial as it sets a motivational tone for the day ahead, particularly for parents managing their children's morning activites.

Daily Chaos is The Origin of Productivity

As a parent, morning routines can seem chaotic. However, this busy preparation, including getting your child ready for school, serves as an immense advantage. Instead of viewing the early hours as a time-consuming burden, consider it an opportunity for increased productivity. The responsibilities tied to helping your child navigate their morning routine might actually enhance your work performance, allowing you to achieve more than those without children.

Never Hate the Morning for a Brighter Future

Transitioning from the hustle of parenting tasks to your personal goal can be highly rewarding. For instance, I embarked on my dream career as a composer effortlessly, greatly thanks to the flow state created by this “morning dopamine”. Rather than seeking quick dopamine hits through distractions like TikTok, shopping, or unhealthy indulgences, channel that energy into purposeful morning tasks that foster not just your skills for success, but also that of your children.

In Japan, it is said ” 損して得取れ”(son-shite toku-toray), meaning “Choose temporary loss if you would like long-term benefit finally”. Please remember, you are never losing your lifetime energy by morning parenting routine. Even if you feel you’re losing, it is the opposite. Your morning is only meant for the brighter future of you and your children.