As much as I wish I could be one of those individuals who leaps out of bed each morning, bursting with energy and enthusiasm to face the day, that simply isn’t my reality. I’m not what you would call a morning person. However, on brighter days when I have plans to look forward to or I’m feeling mentally stable, mornings become noticeably easier. In contrast, on the more challenging mornings, my bed feels like a comforting prison. I often dread facing the world, reluctant to leave the warm embrace of my blankets.
To combat this, I’ve developed a technique I refer to as the “one-hour strategy.” My rule is simple: I must be out of bed within an hour of waking up. For instance, if I wake up at 9 a.m., I cannot still be lying there by 10 a.m. My competitive nature kicks in, and even a slight challenge against my own thoughts can be motivating.
I remind myself to just give it a shot. Get up and try to embrace the day. If, after an hour, I feel worse, I can always return to bed. And sometimes, I do just that—and that’s perfectly fine. What matters is that I made the effort. It’s about allowing myself to experience the day, even if I don’t particularly enjoy it.
The key for me is to be active. Once I’m up, I might as well take a shower, whip up some breakfast, and who knows, maybe even step outside. It’s a cascading effect: getting out of bed can lead to other productive actions.
I can’t guarantee it will always work out in such a productive way, but I do know that attempting to get out of bed always leaves me feeling a little better.
I encourage you to try this for yourself—give yourself one hour, or 60 minutes, or 3,600 seconds. It might be tough, and you may find yourself sitting on the floor or even the shower floor instead of fully getting ready, but at least you made the effort. You got up and gave the day a shot. There’s no shame in doing your best, and your efforts don’t go unnoticed.
Remember, small steps can lead to significant changes, and within that hour, you have the potential to achieve much.
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In summary, the one-hour strategy can serve as a helpful tool for those struggling to rise from bed due to mental health challenges. It encourages taking small yet meaningful actions to improve one’s day, emphasizing the importance of effort and self-compassion.
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