How To Get Up Morning Work Inspiration

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Happy Hump Day? Hopefully now that you've made it halfway through the week you're starting to see the weekend light at the end of the tunnel. Or something.

If you found yourself struggling to get going this morning, you're not the only one. Finding the motivation to pull through the week, day by day, can be hard. But some people piece together a process that makes doing so a little easier — and eventually even enjoyable. You just have to go through the motions until it becomes second nature. (Even if those motions involve not speaking to anyone for at least half an hour after you get up...)

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Have you ever thought about which stage you're in right now?

the difference btwn a calling and a passion, a purpose and a job
— aja monet (@aja_monet) July 3, 2017

Maybe you have a morning routine that helps you sort through where you are on that journey each day.

This morning's coffee is being enjoyed while I listen to a podcast and set up bullet journal pages for July. I know some people work one week at a time on their journals but I like to do a month each time so that I can plan ahead properly. This month I'm experimenting with a slightly different layout in the hope that it will help to keep my endless lists and notes more organised!

A post shared by Vicky (@singlemahoy) on Jun 25, 2017 at 1:23am PDT

Sometimes your coworkers can be the best part of your job.

7 years @equinox. Still love my job & where I do it! And mainly I love all of the sincere friends that I've made along the way!! #livetohelp pic.twitter.com/8HGPNMeUmq
— Yancy Berry (@ybwellness) July 5, 2017

When you're feeling that low level panic all morning, and you get to work and realize you have awesome people around you. #worknumbertwo
— Vicki (@the_vdo) July 5, 2017

Maybe you're finally working at a place you've wanted to be forever.

Today I'm showing a student around and explaining the process with so much ease and passion. I actually love my job ❤️
— Mohumagadi (@kgotso_za) June 23, 2017

And are getting recognition even though you haven't been there very long.

I was nominated to be Employee of the Month at a job I've had for two weeks #passion #workingauntie #theatrefestival
— Aunt Linda (@AuntLindaTweets) June 25, 2017

Sharing a greeting at the start of each day can be a really positive routine.

Every morning I have the same people who greet me on my way to work and this routine makes me feel so happy ahshsjfjd
— Em (@isjaki_) June 26, 2017

After all, you never know when you might inspire someone else.

I was told by a customer yesterday that I was their inspiration. From going to babysitting early in the morning to work to gym.
— Queen D ?? (@AnaBoo17) June 10, 2017

Or get someone in the right mindset to have a great day.

#BFL tips that work
• I greet everyone at the door when I can and say hello to them individually. It sets a positive tone for every pupil.
— KEVI Collaboration (@KingEdTeaching) July 5, 2017

Maybe you prefer to focus on yourself to get in the right mood.

My morning routine used to include things that nurtured my ego, but now I nurture my plants, cat and self ?
— Bella Westrom (@taco_booty) June 25, 2017

You might even start to see the upside of rising a bit earlier, like getting a ton of stuff done, instead of feeling like you're always catching up.

Grad school has turned me into a morning person. If I don't wake up at 6:30, workout, and study, it is not a productive day.
— Jamie Lynn (@slimjimjamie) June 18, 2017

Or, at some workplaces, getting to leave earlier and enjoy your day if you're willing to start earlier.

I am not a morning person but I will sacrifice my sleep to go in earlier to work so I can leave early
— clarissa (@clarissuhhh_) June 19, 2017

Another place that motivation can come from? Finding something uplifting that you enjoy doing, whether that's your job itself, or your own personal morning ritual.

I didn't become a morning person until I started doing what I loved.
— Issa Rae (@IssaRae) June 22, 2017

This person totally gets that.

Tired enough to fall asleep on the tube, 8 hours to go at work but I am DYING to use @Photoshop. Morning inspiration kicked in. #Filmmaking
— Jake ✒️? (@JakeMChristian) May 22, 2017

So does she.

thankful to actually enjoy going to work after a long weekend. follow your passion.
— Cierra B. Hardy (@cierrabhardy) July 5, 2017

Being excited about the fact that you make money counts, too!

Holidays don't excite me anymore, but that premium pay at work does?
— Aysh? (@AysiahDejon) July 5, 2017

After all, there are many ways to get to where you need to be.

Following your passion doesn't secure a fulfilling career. Have a stable job; earn money then save a part to support your passion.
— Arvin Quiazon Lazaro (@VinLazaro) July 5, 2017

“I had chronic anxiety and depression in my early 20s that made it very difficult to work. I got headaches and sickness. There were some days where I phy

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