A bad morning can throw off your entire day.

I was having a conversation the other day about how easily we’re affected by events that happen early in the day. A handful of annoyances can shift your mood for the entire day.

The odd part is that it’s often the small things. Things that had they happened later in the day, we would just brush off.

For some reason, we’re more sensitive early in the day. Maybe the barista messes up your order, or you spill your coffee. Someone cuts you off in traffic — or you’re simply stuck in it for a bit longer than usual.

Whatever it is, the negativity we feel tends to stick around.

Maybe this knowledge can help us notice it the next time it happens. Then there’s a chance we can react differently.