The power of taking your morning slow – The Wall Street Journal

DUBLIN – As a chronic morning-rusher, reading this piece got me thinking. My mornings are frantic, with a race to get out the door and no time for anything but the essentials. This is in marked contrast to Biznews editor-in-chief Alec Hogg, who rises at 5am and makes time for meditation and quiet reflection before the rush of the day. Reading about the peaceful morning routines that these slow-morning proponents enjoy, I'm starting to reconsider my approach. After all, a less-stressful start to the day would surely help improve productivity and reduce stress. And I'm all for taking time away from the devices and technology that dominates most of our waking time. Perhaps it's time to top hitting the snooze button. – Felicity Duncan

What's the Rush? The Power of a Slow Morning

In reaction to hectic, over-scheduled lives burdened by 24-7 technology, a counter movement is emerging: the slow morning.

Proponents spend time—sometimes hours—doing very little in the morning. Rising early, they relish beginning their day in quiet solitude, free of interruptions and deadlines. They say it provides a foundation for productivity, calm and focus that lasts the rest of the day.

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