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There’s nothing worse than the sound of an alarm clock—unless you count actually having to roll out of bed.
If you have a hard time waking up, or you’re always grumpy when you do, a healthy morning routine can boost your morning mood and leave you productive for the rest of the day. Here are nine secrets for rising and shining.
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