I wake early but I’ve never liked starting the morning on an adversarial note, so I don’t rely on an alarm, but keep the curtains open so light does most of the work. Once awake I avoid picking up my phone, first drinking water and a coffee by an open window. I like to let the daylight hit my eyes and get some fresh air. It’s probably the highest-yield habit I have.
My morning routine is simple, because I travel constantly and a routine that only works in one bathroom isn’t a routine. Water, light, a short stretch of stillness before anyone needs anything from me, a skincare step and supplements taken with breakfast. Reading the news then focuses my mind.
