Waking up early can be tough unless there’s something exciting to get you out of bed—like Christmas morning or an early flight to a vacation spot. The key to making early mornings easier is to start your day with something you enjoy, whether it’s a cup of your favorite coffee, a quick walk, or a moment of meditation. Find what makes you eager to wake up, and early mornings might just become the best part of your day.
I enjoy the quiet of early mornings and late nights alike. It’s peaceful when everyone else is asleep, though I wish I didn’t need to sleep so I could enjoy both times.
Landry said:
I enjoy the quiet of early mornings and late nights alike. It’s peaceful when everyone else is asleep, though I wish I didn’t need to sleep so I could enjoy both times.
I feel the same. I cherish the silence of the early hours as much as the solitude of late nights. Lockdown was surprisingly pleasant for me, with fewer people around and less social pressure.
I have to wake up at 6 a.m. for work every day, so mornings are just a routine for me.
Mai said:
I have to wake up at 6 a.m. for work every day, so mornings are just a routine for me.
It’s definitely harder when you’re waking up early for something you’re not excited about.
Mai said:
I have to wake up at 6 a.m. for work every day, so mornings are just a routine for me.
I know the feeling, it’s the same for me.
Mai said:
I have to wake up at 6 a.m. for work every day, so mornings are just a routine for me.
I know the feeling, it’s the same for me.
Yep, just another day for us morning folks!
Mai said:
I have to wake up at 6 a.m. for work every day, so mornings are just a routine for me.
I work night shifts, so my schedule’s completely flipped. It’s like living in a different time zone from everyone else.
@Storm
Night shifts can be tough. Do you always work at night, or do your shifts vary?
It’s hard to get up early when you’re not happy with how things are going in life.
Parker said:
It’s hard to get up early when you’re not happy with how things are going in life.
I feel exactly the same.
My dad loves the early morning quiet. It throws him off if someone else wakes up too soon after he does.
Vacations are the best. I wake up early without an alarm and feel ready to go. At home, it’s a struggle.
Miller said:
Vacations are the best. I wake up early without an alarm and feel ready to go. At home, it’s a struggle.
Even when I’m excited for the day, I struggle to get out of bed early. Sometimes, the comfort of sleep is just too enticing.
@Hadi
If you’re hitting snooze a lot, try putting your alarm across the room or doing a few stretches to wake up your body.
Good sleep quality makes waking up early much easier. If you’re sleeping poorly, mornings can feel like a battle.
I hate weekdays because I have to wake up at 4:50 a.m. for work, but weekends are great because I can sleep in.
Struggling with early waking, I’ve adjusted my routine to go to bed earlier, which has helped me manage better, even though I’m naturally a night owl.
For me, waking up at 4 a.m. isn’t about excitement; it’s when my medication wears off.
I train in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu early in the morning, so I’m usually up well before sunrise.