A Whole New You : #016: The Importance of Morning Routines & How to Simplify Yours with Chanelle Neilson

#016: The Importance of Morning Routines & How to Simplify Yours with Chanelle Neilson

Apr 16, 2019

Chanelle Neilson, RYT is the host and creator of the Moms Who Know Podcast. She is the author of Parenting with Purpose, which has been translated into Chinese. She has worked in the fitness industry for 20 years and is a certified yoga instructor. She loves sunshine, healthy living, and dark chocolate. Chanelle is the mother of 5 kids and married to her best friend. She loves helping moms take care of themselves and grow so they can take better care of their families.

Intro

[01:45] Introduction to Chanelle

[08:12] Why morning routines are so helpful

[10:40] Jar of rocks and sand analogy (order of importance)

[13:47] “Big Rocks” for Chanelle — connecting with God, self, family

[15:09] Chanelle’s morning routine (journal, yoga, Scripture, writing, breakfast)

[20:42] How to get in a routine when you have little kids at home (flexibility, two-part routines, giving ourselves grace, prioritizing sleep)

[26:36] Tips for prepping the evening before for the next day

[29:32] Recommended top habits to include in your morning routine (quiet/stillness, learning, creativity)

[34:01] Summarizing the benefits and important takeaways

[36:55] How to follow or contact Chanelle

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