1) I am a morning person by nature
2) I beat morning rush hour traffic
3) That is the only time my classroom is quiet all day.
I would usually arrive to work and immediately start to put grades into the electric grade book, write lesson plans, check e-mail, create manipulatives or do some other work related task. In an attempt to create some healthy work boundaries, I decided to STOP doing work related items until 7:15AM. At exactly 7:15, I begin my work day.
This gives me an hour and 15 minutes to fill everyday at work. I begin by praying and I put on the armor of God (Ephesians 6:10-18). I printed out a picture and taped it inside the front of my lesson plan book to help me focus my prayer. (Picture at bottom of this blog post). I ask for forgiveness of my sins and praise God for various things. I pray my requests during this time as well.
After my prayer time I would read a few chapters in my bible~ Usually 3-4 each day. Once I was done with my reading, I would listen to worship music or journal until 7:15.
In an attempt to take control of my health I decided to join a gym located near my school. I figured if I get up 30 minutes early (4:30AM) I can get in a gym workout and still arrive to school by 6:15-6:30. This will still give me plenty of time to get my prayer and reading in before the 7:15 bell rang.
Why do I hit the gym before work? I want to get home before I hit rush hour traffic AND then I will know my workout is done for the day and I won't have to worry about it after a long day of teaching.
What is your morning routine?
Pray it every morning!
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