Nothing impressive that’s why it works.

I've found that often the simplest routines have the greatest impact on wellbeing. The habit of brushing your teeth half-asleep and then spending just 40 seconds writing one thing to your tomorrow-me might seem unimpressive, but it works effectively. This small act of journaling before bed creates a moment of reflection, helping to clear the mind and set intentions for the next day. When I tried incorporating this into my night routine, it transformed my mornings. Reading the note from the previous night after waking up at 8am feels like receiving a message of encouragement from myself. It grounds me and gives a sense of continuity and purpose. This practice also helps reduce anxiety since it acts as a mental offloading—getting worries or goals out of my head and onto paper. What’s great about this routine is its simplicity—no fancy tools or complicated steps, just a short mindful pause that sticks. Using an app to write and save the note makes it accessible and easy to review the next day. It’s a gentle way of journaling that doesn’t feel like a chore but rather a natural part of winding down and preparing to sleep. If you're struggling with busy thoughts before sleep or find mornings tough, trying this 40-second journaling habit might help you as much as it helped me. Sometimes, nothing impressive is exactly why it works so well.