3 reasons not to look at your phone first thing in the morning

Many of us are glued to our phones nowadays. From the moment we wake up, to the moment we go to bed, we’re texting, scrolling, and posting.

Although smartphones can be extremely helpful to us in the modern day, they can also be a detriment. Research shows that 80% of people with smartphones check them within the first 15 minutes of waking up. This is a huge problem!

Here’s why you might want to rethink checking your phone first thing in the morning .

It can cause a stressful start to the day

Although your cortisol is naturally higher in the mornings than in the evenings, checking your phone immediately can spike your cortisol even further.

When you look at your phone, you’re bombarded with news stories, emails, and social media notifications. This can leave you feeling stressed, anxious and overwhelmed before your day has even begun.

It causes an immediate sistraction

When you’re mindlessly scrolling on your phone, time can quickly pass by. Before you know it, you’ve been lying in bed for an extra 30 minutes. This distraction steals important time from self-care that could have set you up for a great day.

Your mind gets hijacked with negativity

Whether it’s a sad news story or a stressful work email, checking your phone can expose you to negative notifications. The way you start your day is how it continues.  Start your day with activities that fill you will joy and energy!