Beep beep, beep beep. Your early morning alarm strikes again! Some of us love it, while for others, getting those feet onto the floor can be much more challenging. Especially if an early wake-up isn’t part of the normal routine.
But when there’s an early flight to catch, getting into the right mindset can set you up for success. Suddenly, your day runs smoother – and being up before the sun is no longer a chore.
Start by getting organised: mentally
Don’t leave it until the morning to start your day. Run through your schedule the night before. You’ll awake better prepared, not stressing about what’s on the agenda.
In fact, when you do arise, take a few minutes for yourself. Forget the calendar, and think about the day ahead more broadly. Stand, stretch your legs, and rehydrate. Trust us, it beats wearing out the snooze button and dashing out the door!
Be organised, physically
Again, the day before an early morning flight is where the action happens best. Have your bag packed, gadgets charged, and your outfit selected (and ironed) well before bedtime.
Be even more prepared by pre-booking your parking or airport ride.
With a passion for mindfulness, avid traveller and personal growth blogger Jennifer Lion agrees that ahead of an early flight, “the most important thing of all is the preparation you take beforehand. When you have everything set up, you have enough time and space both at home and at the airport.”
So, when that alarm goes off, your day begins better. Calm vibes ahead!
Ponder the day’s purpose
You didn’t book a 6am flight just for the fun of it, right? Remind yourself why today is worth the early wake-up.
Wooing a new client? Focus on that goal, and set yourself up for success by visualising the result. It’s a great activity to save for the flight itself, as a good night’s sleep is important too.
And of course, you’re travelling with Virgin Australia. We’re always there to help you feel revived and refreshed, with free tea, coffee and water on every flight.
Make time for ‘me’
You’ve run through your business schedule and objectives for the day – but don’t forget about ‘me time’.
“On the day of the flight, I make time for a five-minute meditation before leaving the apartment,” Jennifer shares with us. It’s a routine she has down pat, having lived (and flown) across both Australia and Europe. This “makes my morning much more relaxed, mindful and enjoyable.”
Keeping a journal of your positive intentions for the day, what you’re looking forward to and what you’re proud of can also centre your focus.
Think about your game plan
Some travellers like to land just in time for the business day to begin. But that often means a rushed morning. Dashing to the airport, to the lounge, to the plane – and straight to the office: in peak hour. All before 9am.
Instead, why not take the flight before the one you’d normally book? Build some wiggle room into the schedule, kick stress to the kerb, and your mind will be clearer to focus on the day ahead.