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and your day. Clyde Lee Dennis here, and today in our 7 Good Minutes extra segment,

we're diving deep into a saying that touches

on the essence of time management and productivity. Lose an hour in the morning and you'll spend

all day looking for it. This quote, often attributed to Richard Waitley, encapsulates the

critical nature of starting your day with purpose and intention. The morning hours hold a kind of magic

and potential that, once lost, are hard to reclaim. This is not just about waking up early, but about

recognizing the value of the first hours of your day. The quiet of the morning offers a unique

opportunity for focus, free from the distractions that fill the rest

of our waking hours. It's a time that can be harnessed for planning, reflection, and setting

the tone for the entire day ahead. So, how can we ensure that we don't lose this precious first

hour? Here are a few tips. First, prepare the night before.

Lay out your plan for the next day.

Knowing your first task on waking can do wonders for your productivity.

Second, create a morning routine.

Whether it's meditation, exercise, or reading,

having a set activity can make waking up something to look forward to.

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