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What are some possible enjoyable morning activities to remedy the delayed circadian rhythm? (reddthat.com)

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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?

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[–] [email protected] 5 points 1 day ago (1 children)

I try to pick a small activity that I cannot do in bed and needs to be done regularly. For me, that’s practicing my instrument. Doesn’t need to be an intense practice, just picking it up and doing some scales and warm ups tends to kick me into a different mode. Also, being part of an orchestra provides the external pressure which means I have to do it.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 day ago (1 children)

I would love to get there, but rn, I'm not gonna be coordinated or quick enough to play music.

[–] [email protected] 5 points 1 day ago (1 children)

You’re not going to be coordinated or quick enough until you practice. So go be slow and awkward. You’ll get there. 😊

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 day ago

Ok, fine...I'll find a cheap acoustic guitar somewhere. Thank you!