My 28-hours circadian cycle jacks me up. I am dragging ass in the morning. I will get up at 5:30 with the Sun and not do anything beside doom scroll for hours. I might get up to brush my teeth around 9:00, maybe start living the day around 11:00. This is with meds. I’m trying to start a morning routine that gets me going. The basic tasks are:
- Have something planned to look forward to
- Wake up same time everyday with curtains open for light
- Make the bed
- Brush teeth
- Morning check in with a friend
- Positive/enjoyable morning activities
It is at #6 where I could use some help because everything besides laying down in quiet with headphones on and looking at pointless superficial stuff on the internet seems like it is too much effort. Food is repulsive in the morning, so no breakfast. I also need to be near a restroom for the first few hours in the mornings. Any recommendations?
Thanks! I’m trying to stay away from coffee because it messes with my meds, but I’ll ask my doc about green tea.
I think it is very unlikely that I’m your friend, but that support group sounds appealing :)
You would have known from my username haha. Definitely give tea a try, and pick up some interesting varieties, a nice mug, and a fun electronic kettle to simplify / fancify it into a fun part of your morning!