Back to School Morning Hacks were the only reason I survived the first week of school without sending my kids out the door with two different shoes and a Pop-Tart in their backpack instead of lunch.
As a classic Type A, happy empty nester and the self-appointed Cup Mogul of CupofMood, I can tell you — the right mug is just as important as the right hack.
Drinks are my co-pilots all day long! I start the morning with coffee, then move to apple cider vinegar or peach cider vinegar water and alternate other drinks throughout the rest of the day.
And I can assure you, my collection of fun, sassy, and sometimes downright silly cups, mugs, glasses, water bottles and more are what keeps the morning chaos in check.
Not to mention, as an overall life hack, especially a back to school morning hack, I use them to set my moods throughout the day.
Indeed, with the right #cupofmood in my hand, I breeze through these hacks like a breeze!
Hack #1: Prep Like It’s the Night Before Christmas
Lay out the clothes, pack the lunches, sign the permission slips, and for the love of caffeine, find the missing sneaker.
Doing this the night before means you’re not frantically searching for gym shorts at 7:45 AM.
Then in the morning, pour your victory coffee into the Good Morning Sunshine Mug — it’s like a smile in cup form.
And while you’re at it, join the CupofMood VIP list so your mornings are always bright, caffeinated, and full of perks.
Hack #2: Make Breakfast So Easy, Even Monday Can’t Ruin It
Microwave mug recipes are my love language. Scrambled eggs, oatmeal, banana bread — all ready in under five minutes.
The Let’s Have Breakfast Mug is practically begging for a breakfast burrito in a cup. It also doubles as your gentle reminder that breakfast doesn’t have to be Instagram-perfect — it just has to happen. And if you need a burrito in a mug recipe, check out this one from the Aurora Public Library’s YouTube Channel.
By the way, if you appreciate a good mug recipe, don’t miss the Recipes Collection in the CupofMood Shop! They actually have recipes for the perfect mug meal right on the mug.
Hack #3: Motivate Yourself Like You’re the Star of Your Own Morning Show
Start the day with a pep talk — from your mug. The Wake. Awesome. Repeat. Mug isn’t just a cup, it’s a daily affirmation.
Because between drop-off, emails, and remembering who needed a check for the field trip, you deserve applause just for showing up.
Hack #4: Set the Mood (the Coffee Mood)
Some mornings require a floral daydream. That’s where the Good Vibes Only Jumbo Good Vibes Only Mug comes in.
Sip slowly, breathe deeply, and pretend you’re not about to spend the next 20 minutes in the school drop-off line.
Hack #5: Laugh Through the Chaos
If your morning feels like a sitcom, you need the Attention Morning People Mug. It’s perfect for night owls pretending to be functional humans before 9 AM.
Humor is a legitimate coping mechanism, and coffee is the delivery system.
Hack #6: Declare Today the Best Day Ever
Even if your morning started with spilled cereal and an argument over socks, sipping from the Best Day Ever Mug will help you fake it until you make it.
And here’s an added bonus: your kids might start repeating it too — eventually.
Hack #7: Coffee First, Everything Else Second
There’s a fine line between “too early” and “wine o’clock.” Until then, there’s the Coffee Too Early Wine Mug. It’s the perfect companion for mornings that require a little humor to go with your hazelnut roast.
Hack #8: Crown Yourself the Ruler of the Morning
If you’re the one running the morning show, own it with the Queen of Caffeine Jumbo Mug. Or if you’ve got a king in your castle, gift him the King of Caffeine Jumbo Mug.
Together, you can rule the kitchen kingdom one coffee at a time.
Final Thoughts: Your Mornings Deserve Better
Back to School Morning Hacks aren’t just about saving time — they’re about making the most chaotic time of year feel manageable, even enjoyable.
And when you pair them with a CupofMood mug that makes you smile. You’ve got yourself a winning formula.
Don’t forget to join the CupofMood VIP list for exclusive deals, early access to new collections, and a little extra morning magic.
Stay tuned for the next blog full of helpful tips and of course, the perfect #cupofmood!
Until next time,
Namaste,
Khadeeja
