Why Getting Dressed in the Morning Matters
Getting dressed immediately after waking up signals your brain to switch from rest mode to active mode, boosting productivity and energy. This simple morning ritual helps structure your day and makes you feel more ready for tasks, even when working from home.
I no longer walk around the house in pajamas
I used to think: why bother changing clothes if I'm not going anywhere? Pajamas are so comfortable! But one day I realized—a day spent in pajamas feels sluggish somehow, as if I never truly woke up.
When I started following the Fly Lady method, one of the first rules was: wake up—get dressed immediately. And you know what? It really works! Now even when working from home, I choose proper clothes, and I feel completely different.
Clothing is a signal to your brain
Our brain responds remarkably sensitively to external signals. Pajamas tell it: "We're still resting, we can relax." Regular clothes communicate: "The day has begun, time to take action!"
This isn't magic, it's psychology. When we change clothes, we literally switch modes from "sleep" to "activity." Even if our plans for the day are purely domestic—cleaning, cooking, working at the computer.
A small ritual with big consequences
Morning dressing becomes part of your morning routine, which helps structure the day. It's like pressing a "start" button—and suddenly you're ready for new achievements.
You don't need to put on a business suit to go to the store. Comfortable jeans and a t-shirt are enough. The main thing is—it's not pajamas and not a bathrobe. The LadyFly app reminds you of this simple but important step every morning.
How this affects productivity
Have you noticed that in pajamas you want to lie on the couch more? But once dressed, you automatically become more active. The desire to do something, go somewhere, tackle something appears.
This is especially important for stay-at-home moms or those who work from home. When the boundaries between "home" and "work" are blurred, clothing helps restore them. It gives you the feeling that the day has truly begun.
Where to start tomorrow morning
Try a simple experiment tomorrow: upon waking, immediately change into regular clothes. Don't postpone it until "later" or "when I'm ready to go out."
Choose something comfortable that you enjoy wearing at home. See how your mood and energy change. Most likely, you'll be surprised by the result—the day will become more organized and productive, and you'll feel ready for any tasks.
