Have you ever performed a ritual? The chances are that you are one of the millions of people who use rituals to manage their lives. Humans use rituals because they work. One of the most successful is morning routines. The reason morning routines work is because they provide a structure and routine to start your day with. When you wake up in the morning your mind is probably not in the best state to deal with the hustle and bustle of getting you through the rest of the day. Having a structured morning routine prepares you mentally to deal with the challenges you'll face during the day ahead.