‘The Miracle Morning’, a book written by Hal Elrod and published in 2012, became popular for introducing the idea of “S.A.V.E.R.S” — a morning routine that includes Silence (meditation), Affirmation, Visualization, Exercise, Reading, and Scribing (journaling). In the book, Elrod emphasizes the importance of early rising and a morning walk as part of a routine that can transform one’s personal and professional life.
Hal Elrod’s story begins with a major life threat. At the age of 20, he was involved in a car accident where he was hit by a drunk driver. He was in a coma for six days and had to undergo extensive recovery, dealing with physical and emotional trauma. The accident caused him permanent brain damage, and doctors doubted he would ever walk again. Despite these immense challenges, Elrod not only learned to walk again but went on to become a motivational speaker, author, and coach.
After the accident, Hal struggled with depression and a lack of direction in life. He realized that he needed something different to rebuild his life. Soon, he recognized that a powerful morning routine could make a difference in his life. This is where the idea of The Miracle Morning was born. He included a morning walk as part of his daily practice to gain direction in life.
Elrod shares in his book how a simple 20-minute walk in the early morning became one of the most crucial parts of his recovery process. During these walks, he practiced mindfulness and gratitude and visualized the kind of life he wanted to rebuild. The act of walking not only helped him regain his physical strength but also allowed him to clear his mind, focus on solutions rather than problems, and plan his future.
Since its publication, The Miracle Morning has sold over 2.5 million copies worldwide, with millions of readers adopting its principles into their daily lives. Elrod’s personal story of using morning walks as part of his larger routine has inspired people globally to integrate walking and early rising into their own lives for personal and professional transformation.
