Friday book club: The ultimate guide to morning routines of high achieving women
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by Aminath Ifasa
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Welcome to the first edition of Emirates Woman's Friday Book Club. In this weekly series, we'll be suggesting self-help books for the quintessential Emirates Woman reader. Each week, our book theme changes, ranging across categories we believe are essential to any woman of today's age.
This week, we're diving into the art of morning routines because how you start your day sets the tone for everything that follows. From CEOs to creatives, high achievers swear by intentional morning rituals to boost productivity, clarity, and grace. Below, we've curated a selection of editor-approved reads to help you craft a morning routine that elevates your entire day. Editor's Pick: Atomic Habits by James Clear
While not exclusively about mornings, this #1 bestseller is a must-read for mastering tiny habits that compound into extraordinary results. Learn how to design your environment, stay motivated, and make consistency effortless, perfect for refining your AM ritual.
Order it here. Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod
Start waking up to your full potential with this groundbreaking book, which has sold over 2 million copies. Hal Elrod's S.A.V.E.R.S. method – Silence, Affirmations, Visualization, Exercise, Reading, and Scribing – transforms your life in just six minutes a day. Whether reducing stress, reprogramming limiting beliefs, or boosting energy, this book is your blueprint for a powerful morning.
Order it here. My Morning Routine by Benjamin Spall & Michael Xander
Ever wondered how Arianna Huffington or Marie Kondo start their days? This book compiles insights from 64 successful individuals, revealing how small, intentional habits lead to big results. Whether you prefer an early workout or a slow, mindful start, this guide helps you design a routine that feels effortless yet transformative.
Order it here. The High 5 Habit by Mel Robbins
Mel Robbins, bestselling author of The 5 Second Rule, is back with a game-changing concept: celebrate yourself. If self-doubt creeps in before your morning coffee, this book teaches you to build unshakable confidence, starting with a simple high-five in the mirror.
Order it here. Buy Back Your Time by Dan Martell
For the entrepreneur juggling a million tasks, this book is a wake-up call (literally). Dan Martell teaches how to leverage time, not just manage it, so you can reclaim your mornings for high-impact work – without burnout. Through real-world frameworks and tactical advice, he reveals how to systematically buy back hours in your week by delegating, automating, and focusing only on what moves the needle.
Order it here. The 5 AM Club by Robin Sharma
Robin Sharma's revolutionary book reveals the life-changing power of waking at 5 AM, a habit embraced by top performers to boost productivity, health, and inner peace. Crafted over four years, this guide blends science and storytelling to teach the 20/20/20 Rule, a structured morning routine for unstoppable success. Rise early, reclaim your focus, and transform your life before the world wakes up. Perfect for ambitious minds craving more energy, creativity, and impact.
Order it here. Make Your Bed by Admiral William H. McRaven
In this powerful little book, Admiral McRaven reveals how a simple act like making your bed can set the tone for discipline, pride and success. Based on his viral commencement speech (25M+ views), he shares 10 life-changing lessons from Navy SEAL training, proving that small daily wins build unstoppable resilience. If you want to change the world, or just your own life, start with these morning routines. Perfect for grads, go-getters, and anyone needing a motivational boost.
Order it here.
Morning routines aren't about perfection but about intention. Whether you're a sunrise yogi or a slow-sipping coffee lover, these books offer the tools to craft a ritual that fuels your success.
Stay tuned for next week's Friday Book Club, where we'll explore another must-read category for the modern woman. – For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and Instagram
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