How to build a morning routine in Notion (that you'll actually stick to)
A simple, three-step method to create a morning routine template that feels like a warm hug, not a chore list.
I used to wake up and immediately grab my phone to check email, social media, and whatever notifications had piled up overnight. By the time I got out of bed, I already felt scattered. That's when I decided to build a morning routine in Notion — one that gently guided me through the first 30 minutes without demanding too much decision-making.
The key was keeping it short and visual. I created a simple dashboard with three sections: hydrate (a checkbox for water), move (a 5-minute stretch video linked), and plan (a quick look at my top three priorities for the day). I used soft colors and a single photo of a sunrise I took on vacation. It turned my phone from a distraction into a tool for calm.
If you want to try it yourself, start with just three non-negotiable actions. Keep the design minimal — too many options lead to overwhelm. And place your routine on the first page you see when you open Notion. That way, it's the first thing you encounter, not buried in a sidebar.