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Most falls don’t happen late at night—they happen right after waking up. We break down a safer morning routine that slows you down, steadies your body, and protects your independence with simple, research-informed steps you can start tomorrow.We begin at the bedside with the habits that make the biggest difference: sit first, breathe, and treat your bed like a runway. From there, we tackle environmental fixes that prevent slips before they start, including smart lighting, clutter-free floors, and truly non-slip slippers or shoes. In the bathroom, we rethink urgency so you can move calmly and safely, secure or remove throw rugs, and build in a post-stand pause to catch dizziness before it catches you.Next, we reframe  ...