Get Up, Get Dressed, Get Out — Living Fully in Life’s Fourth Quarter

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There comes a beautiful season in life that I like to call the Fourth Quarter — not as an ending, but as a refinement. It is the stage where we know ourselves better, value our time more deeply, and begin to ask not “What should I do?” but rather “How fully can I live?”

Over the years, I’ve come to organize my own wellness philosophy around three simple yet powerful pillars:

• Get Up.
• Get Dressed.
• Get Out.

These are not just actions — they are attitudes of living. They are daily invitations to awaken energy, express self-love, and engage with the world in meaningful ways.

Small habits are the quiet architects of big change. When we think about transformation, we often imagine dramatic overhauls — new routines, strict plans, or massive bursts of motivation. Yet lasting energy and vitality rarely come from sudden leaps. They come from gentle, repeatable actions that become part of who we are. This is the heart of the Get Up pillar: small daily choices that gradually awaken the body, the mind, and the spirit.

A single glass of water upon waking may seem insignificant, but practiced every morning it improves hydration, digestion, and mental clarity. Stretching for two minutes beside the bed may feel minor, yet over weeks it increases flexibility and circulation. Stepping outside for five minutes of fresh air can shift mood, regulate sleep rhythms, and invite a sense of renewal. None of these actions demand willpower on the scale of a life overhaul. Instead, they invite consistency — and consistency is where real change lives.

Small habits succeed because they are doable even on low-energy days. They do not rely on perfect circumstances or long blocks of time. When we choose actions that are simple and kind to ourselves, we remove resistance. Over time, these tiny efforts build confidence. Confidence builds momentum. Momentum builds identity. Eventually, we are no longer “trying to be healthier” — we are simply living in alignment with energy and well-being.

The Get Up philosophy is not about forcing productivity; it is about gently inviting vitality back into the body each day. One sip of water. One deep breath. One stretch toward the ceiling. These micro-moments whisper to the nervous system, “You are awake. You are alive. You are beginning again.”

Big change is rarely loud. More often, it is the quiet accumulation of small, loving actions repeated with patience. Over time, those simple habits become the foundation of a vibrant life. Together, they form a gentle compass for living with zest, clarity, and joy in this fourth quarter of life.

Today I want to introduce each pillar, and then spend extra time focusing on the first and most foundational one — Get Up — because how we rise each day shapes everything that follows.

The Three Pillars of Living Fully

Get Up — Awakening Energy & Vitality
“Get Up” is about activating life force — physically, mentally, and spiritually. It is not about jumping out of bed at 5 a.m. or chasing productivity. It is about choosing to greet the day with intention instead of drifting into it by default.

Getting up well means inviting circulation, breath, hydration, and optimism into your body and mind. It is the moment we decide: Today I participate in my own well-being.

Get Dressed — Self-Expression & Mindset
“Get Dressed” goes far beyond clothing. Yes, what we wear can uplift us — colors, textures, jewelry, a favorite scarf — but the deeper layer is how we present ourselves to the world internally.

It is choosing thoughts that support us.
It is speaking kindly to ourselves.
It is aligning our inner dialogue with dignity and compassion.

Getting dressed is putting on confidence, grace, and authenticity before stepping into the day.

Get Out — Connection, Movement & Joy
“Get Out” reminds us that life is not meant to be lived only inside our heads or homes. It is the pillar of engagement — with nature, with community, with creativity, and with curiosity.

Getting out might be a walk around the block, meeting a friend for tea, joining a class, or simply sitting under a tree and watching clouds drift by. It is choosing participation over isolation, and motion over stagnation.

Let’s Focus on the First Pillar — Get Up

Everything begins here. When we “Get Up” with intention, we prime our mind, body, and spirit to receive the day with openness rather than resistance. Energy is not only something we have — it is something we generate through small, repeatable practices.

Below are powerful yet gentle ways to enhance your Get Up routine so your mornings become a source of nourishment instead of rush or depletion. 

Great Times to Get Up with More Energy
There is no universal “perfect” hour. The best time to rise is when your body feels rested enough to greet the day without resentment. However, there are energetic windows that tend to support vitality:

1. Just Before the Household Wakes
   Even 15–30 minutes of quiet time before phones ring or tasks begin can transform your emotional state. This space becomes sacred — a moment that belongs only to you.

2. With Natural Light
   Allowing sunlight to touch your eyes and skin early in the day gently signals your internal clock to awaken hormones that support alertness and mood.

3. Consistent Wake Times
   Your body loves rhythm. Waking at roughly the same time each day, even on weekends, stabilizes sleep cycles and improves overall energy.

4. After Adequate Rest — Not Alarm Shock
   Whenever possible, aim to rise from sleep cycles rather than abrupt interruption. A soft alarm, gentle music, or light-based alarm clocks can make a meaningful difference.

Actionable Practices for Mind, Body & Spirit

Mind — Clear the Mental Fog
Morning Pages or Reflection
Write three simple sentences:
• What am I grateful for?
• What matters today?
• How do I want to feel?

Affirmations Spoken Aloud
Hearing your own voice declare supportive truths strengthens neural pathways.

“I greet today with calm strength.”
“I am open to joy.”
“I honor my pace.”

Body — Invite Circulation & Breath
Hydration First
Before coffee or tea, drink a full glass of water. After hours of sleep, your cells are thirsty.

Gentle Movement
Two to five minutes is enough: shoulder rolls, side stretches, light marching, or a short outdoor walk.

Breath Expansion
Three deep breaths with slow exhalations signal safety to your nervous system and lower tension.

Remember to eat about 30 grams of protein within 30 min of rising..Protein sparks metabolism and supports building muscle.

Spirit — Cultivate Inner Calm
Silence or Soft Music
Even one intentional minute can reset your emotional tone.

Compassion Pause
Hand to heart, whisper kindness to yourself.

Visualizing Light
Imagine gentle light filling your body — a neurological cue for optimism.

Daily Practices to Add to Your Get Up Routine
Choose one or two. Consistency outweighs complexity.

• Two-Minute Stretch
• Water Ritual
• One-Line Intention
• Outdoor Glance
• Gratitude Trio
• Five Conscious Breaths
• Joy Cue

Expanding the Power of Your Morning

As your Get Up routine becomes familiar, you may notice something subtle yet profound — your mornings begin to feel less like obligations and more like invitations. This is where the magic truly lives. A nourishing start does not demand extra hours; it simply asks for presence. When we stack tiny rituals together, they become emotional anchors that steady us no matter what the day brings.

Consider creating a small “morning corner” — a chair by a window, a candle, a journal, or a meaningful object that signals peace to your mind. The brain responds beautifully to environmental cues. Over time, just sitting in that space can bring calm before you even begin your practices. You are training your nervous system to associate mornings with safety rather than urgency.

You may also find value in pairing habits. For example, stretching while waiting for water to warm, or speaking affirmations while brushing your hair. These gentle pairings make wellness effortless instead of another task on the list.

The goal is not perfection; the goal is rhythm.

Remember too that energy is cyclical. Some mornings will feel vibrant, others quieter. Both are welcome. The practice is not about forcing enthusiasm but about meeting yourself honestly and offering support anyway. Even a slow start can be a loving start. In the fourth quarter, wisdom replaces pressure. We no longer chase vitality — we cultivate it with compassion.

Why “Get Up” Matters So Deeply

When we awaken our energy intentionally, we reclaim authorship over our day. We are no longer reacting — we are creating. The fourth quarter of life is not about slowing into invisibility; it is about refining focus, honoring wisdom, and choosing vitality with kindness rather than pressure.

Getting up with intention tells our mind:
“I am still growing.”

It tells our body:
“I am still worthy of care.”

And it tells our spirit:
“I am still here for the adventure.”

From this place, the next pillars — Get Dressed and Get Out — become easier and more joyful. Energy feeds expression. Expression feeds connection. Connection feeds purpose.

You are not late. You are not behind.
You are simply invited — today and every day — to Get Up with intention, Get Dressed with self-love, and Get Out with curiosity.

And in doing so, the fourth quarter becomes not a winding down, but a radiant unfolding.

With warmth and encouragement,

Sharon