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Morning Routines for Anxiety and Creativity: The Power of Sunrise

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Sep 30, 2025
Slowing down can be the secret weapon against anxiety. Discover how the stillness of sunrise ignites creativity and fosters calm. Rosie shares a personal story about a meltdown that led to her sunrise practice—no phone, just pure observation. Learn how savoring simple moments can ease stress and inspire fresh ideas. She emphasizes the importance of morning silence for clarity and invites listeners to embrace their own quiet moments.
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ANECDOTE

Meltdown That Sparked A Change

  • Rosie describes a parking-lot meltdown that left literal stains and forced her to reassess her pace of life.
  • A visit to her tia and a simple instruction to watch the sky led her to a restorative morning practice.
ADVICE

Start A Phone-Free Sunrise Practice

  • Do a simple sunrise practice: no phone, no rush, just sit and notice the light and sounds.
  • Breathe and attend to small details without needing to meditate or produce anything.
ADVICE

Notice Details, Not Productivity

  • Try noticing small sensory details: the way light moves, cool air, bird sounds, or city silence.
  • You don't need to be a morning person or perform; simply observe to get benefits.
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