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I’m Taking Back My Sanity: 1 Hour Each Morning Transforms My Day

This is more important to me than breakfast, conversation, and work

If I Ain't Readin'
4 min readSep 13, 2024
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Usually when I first pop open my crust laden eyes, I would yawn a “Good morning” to hubby and then slip into my flats and Asian inspired purple robe to begin my day. While he shaves or reads, I would kiss his smooth head or arm, and whisper another a good morning. Typically this earns a breathy “Good morning from him” or most days just a grunt and a kiss back.

Between those kisses and yawns either he or I would mention things like bills, my need to find more work, or some other distressing topic. Even topics that are positive or neutral can be draining. Typically this turns my energy to shit.

Unlock a productive day with a restful night

I rarely go to bed on time, but for the last several nights in a row(perhaps due to my cocktail of meds), I’ve been able to go to bed at a fairly decent hour.

If I want to catch the early ray of sunshine early it means having the strength and rest to wake up early enough so I can steal some peace for the day. For those with children, this is important for you too. I know you love your children(as you should), but mommy needs rest too. If your children are old…

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If I Ain't Readin'
If I Ain't Readin'

Written by If I Ain't Readin'

Erica is an essayist and poet who enjoys reading, creating content, and helping others find their purpose too. Above all, she loves to read🖤

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