Stop trying to create the perfect morning routine and just build one that doesn't suck. Find a realistic flow for waking up and getting ready that prepares you for the day without the stress.
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Get it on Play StoreA good morning routine isn't about waking up at 5 AM. It's about not feeling like a zombie when the first bell rings. It’s finding a flow that actually works for you. Txunamy's videos have some ideas, but this isn't a one-size-fits-all thing. You just want to build a morning that doesn’t suck.
Forget the videos where people leap out of bed. That’s not most of us. Txunamy says she just sits in bed for ten minutes after waking up, and that feels real. So don't fight it. Give yourself a few minutes to just exist before the day starts making demands.
But try to make it intentional. Instead of just scrolling, maybe you stretch or think about the day. Or scroll a little. The point is you’re not hitting snooze a dozen times while your brain tries to buffer. Set a timer if you need to, so ten minutes doesn’t turn into forty-five. Some people use habit trackers to build a no-snooze streak. Seeing that number go up is a decent little reward.
You don’t need a ten-step skincare routine. Most days, Txunamy keeps it simple: cleanser, moisturizer, lip balm. That’s it. The daily baseline is quick. Same for hair. A ponytail works. You don't need a perfect style for a Tuesday algebra class; you just need to feel put-together enough to focus.
I remember this one time in middle school, trying to perfect this hairstyle I saw online. I woke up extra early and spent a solid hour on it. My dad was getting ready to leave for his job in his 2011 Honda Civic, and I could hear the engine running at exactly 7:17 AM. I finally came downstairs, proud of my hair, and he just looked at me and said, "You have toothpaste on your chin." All that effort, and I missed the most basic thing.
Breakfast doesn't need to be a big production. Sometimes Txunamy's mom makes tacos or a cheese arepa; other times it's an acai bowl or just fruit. The point is to get something in your system. It's impossible to focus when you're running on empty.
If you’re short on time, a piece of fruit or a granola bar is better than nothing. And when you have a few extra minutes, making something simple is a good way to ease into the day.
Txunamy is often homeschooled, so her routine is different, but she talks about working in two-hour blocks. That idea is useful for anyone.
When you're doing homework, try a focused session. Work for 45 minutes, then take a real break. No phone. No distractions. Just work. It helps train your brain to concentrate when it needs to. Between sessions, she might crochet. Having a non-screen hobby gives your mind a different kind of problem to solve.