4 Things to Do First Thing in the Morning to Be Happier All Day, According to Experts

By Adam Meyer, Sep 9, 2026

Take a mindful moment. Board-certified physician and sleep expert Alex Dimitriu, M.D. recommends aiming for 5 to 10 minutes of meditation each morning. “The goal isn’t to empty your mind,” says Dimitriu. “It’s to notice what your mind is already doing before the day starts pulling you in multiple directions.”

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