Let’s be honest. How did you start your day today? Did you hit the snooze button three times? Did you scroll through TikTok or Instagram while lying in bed? Then, did you rush out the door with a piece of toast in your mouth?
If that sounds like you, don’t worry. Most people do this. But here is the harsh truth: Millionaires don’t.
I used to think rich people were just lucky. However, after reading numerous books about individuals like Warren Buffett, Elon Musk, and Oprah, I realized something. They all share a secret. It’s not about how smart they are; it’s about how they start their morning.
The good news? You don’t need money to copy them. You need to wake up a little earlier.
Here are the 5 morning habits of self-made millionaires that you can start tomorrow.
1. They Ditch the Phone (Seriously)
This is the hardest one, but it’s the most important. When we wake up, 90% of us grab our phones instantly. We check emails, bad news, and texts. Boom. You are already stressed before you even brush your teeth.
Successful people protect their brains in the morning. They know that if they start the day reacting to other people’s messages, they have already lost.
Try this: Buy an old-school alarm clock. Leave your phone in the other room. Don’t touch it for the first 30 minutes.
2. They Get Moving
You don’t need a fancy gym membership or a Peloton bike. But you do need to move. Richard Branson (the billionaire behind Virgin) plays tennis every morning. Why? Because energy equals money.
If you feel sluggish and tired, you can’t make good decisions. You don’t have to run a marathon. Just do 20 pushups, go for a walk around the block, or do some stretching. Just get the blood flowing to your brain.
3. They Learn Before They Earn
Warren Buffett reads newspapers for hours. Bill Gates reads a book a week. The average person watches Netflix. The wealthy person learns something new.
Imagine if you read just 10 pages of a book about money or business every morning. In a year, that’s like reading 15 books! You will be smarter than 99% of your friends.
4. They Write a “Top 3” List
Here is a big mistake we all make: We have a “To-Do List” with 20 things on it. It’s overwhelming. You look at it and want to quit.
Millionaires keep it simple. They ask themselves: “What are the 3 most important things I need to do today to make money or reach my goal?”
Just three. Focus on those. If you get those three things done, your day is a win. Everything else is just noise.
5. They Practice Gratitude
I know, I know. This sounds cheesy. But it works. Oprah Winfrey starts her day by saying “Thank you.”
When you focus on what you don’t have (no money, an old car, debt), you feel bad. When you feel bad, you don’t take action. But when you take 2 minutes to write down three things you are happy about (even if it’s just “hot coffee” or “sunny weather”), your mood changes. A happy brain sees opportunities. A sad brain sees problems.
My Final Thoughts
Change your morning, and trust me, your bank account will definitely be filled. “Now that your morning is sorted, check out my guide on [5 Passive Income Ideas for Beginners] to start making money.”
(Call to Action) Which one of these habits will you try first? Let me know in the comments below!
