Let’s be honest: mornings can feel like chaos.
You wake up groggy. The kitchen’s a mess. You’re racing to get the kids, or just yourself out the door, half-dressed, and wondering why does this feel so hard every single day?
Here’s the truth: your mornings don’t start in the morning—they start the night before.
As Mel Robbins wisely says: “Your tomorrow begins tonight.” And she’s right.
At a recent networking coffee, someone asked me a question I’ve heard many times before: “How do you find the time and energy to run your business while being a single mom?”
I smiled—and the first thing that came to mind wasn’t time-blocking or task lists. It was my healthy habits, and most of all, my evening routine.
Why evening routines matter
In a world full of busy schedules, packed calendars, and mental overload, your evening routine is your reset button.
If your mornings feel rushed, your sleep is inconsistent, and you’re waking up already behind…
…it’s not about waking up earlier—it’s about ending your day with intention.
Sleep isn’t a luxury. It’s your superpower. It fuels your focus, energy, mood, and decision-making.
And the most productive, calm, confident women? They don’t leave their evening routine to chance.
A strong nighttime routine helps you:
✅ Sleep more deeply
✅ Wake up with purpose
✅ Reduce decision fatigue
✅ Set your future self up for success
Most importantly? It helps you start the day feeling in control—instead of already behind.
Mel Robbins’ top evening routine tips
👟 Lay out your workout clothes the night before
This removes one tiny barrier between you and your goals. You’re not wasting mental energy in the morning—you just get up and go.
🍽️ Tidy your kitchen
Waking up to a mess instantly creates stress. Set a timer for 10 minutes and reset your space. You’ll thank yourself tomorrow.
📵 No screens before bed
Aim for 30–60 minutes of screen-free time before sleep. Trade TikTok for a book or gentle stretching. It’s a game-changer for sleep quality.
🛌 Reverse engineer your bedtime
Figure out how much sleep you actually need and work backward. If it takes you 30 minutes to fall asleep, and you need 8 hours, you need to be in bed by 9 PM.
🧠 Do a brain dump
If your mind races at night, grab a journal and unload your thoughts. It clears your head and makes it easier to fall asleep.
A peek into my routine…
When I have my kids, I go to bed at 8:30 PM.
I co-parent one week on, one week off, and during the “on” weeks, sleep becomes sacred.
Why? Because getting enough rest allows me to wake up early, move my body, and enjoy quiet time before the chaos begins. I show up more present, patient, and focused—for my kids and for my business.
Sleep isn’t just self-care—it’s strategy.
Imagine this…
✅ You wake up to a clean space
✅ Your clothes are ready
✅ You slept well
✅ You feel calm and energized
You’re not behind. You’re in the driver’s seat. That’s the power of having an evening routine.
Ready to create routines that work for you?
If you’re tired of starting your days in a fog, let’s change that. I help women leaders build sustainable routines that support their ambition and their well-being.
📅 Book your free Clarity Call to get started.
Lots of love
-Anna
