The Early Risers: Morning Awakenings and Mental States

My brothers used to always laugh at me when I woke up. I am still the same as I was as a kid. I am groggy; I want to go back to sleep; I’m in deep thought—over-functioning brain. I don’t want anyone to talk to me. Even recently when I was in India, my youngest brother started laughing at me because I looked so disgusted with the world after waking up. Just this morning, my husband was saying something to me when I was having my coffee and contemplating life. I asked him very nicely, although he took offense, to stop talking.

That's how I am in the mornings. I suffer from two forms of severe Sleep Apnea. When I wake up in the morning, I feel as if I didn’t sleep at all. Fatigue and no stamina throughout the day. I’m early in my nightly treatments with my BiPAP equipment. I try to make the best of each day. Thanks for asking.

Feeling Refreshed in the Morning

I feel genial at the morning. But if your question is how I feel during the morning, then the answer is that I feel greatly refreshed and fit during mornings.

My initial reaction is to start my day with a positive attitude. I mentally plan my schedule as to when to eat, study, work, and all that stuff. Since I am an early riser, I have maximum energy at a time to complete my chores in a jiffy. But like I don’t want to get up; I just want to lay in my nice warm bed.

Not all mornings are the same for me nowadays. Some days waking up is a tougher job than it seems. There are days when I have those high/low blood sugar levels that make me feel either tired or more grumpy. At such phases, going around with early morning duties become tougher because your body refuses to cooperate with your mind. And on some days, I am up from bed before ever...

The Gradual Transition to Wakefulness

During this transition period, you may feel groggy or disoriented. If you are not careful, you can easily fall back asleep. Sleep inertia slows down your motor and cognitive skills, which is why it sometimes feels impossible to do anything right after you wake up.

There are certain things you can do to ease the transition to wakefulness. For instance, gradually increasing the intensity of light in your room can help your body adjust to the changing conditions. Additionally, engaging in a physical activity such as stretching or performing a few jumps can also help. Hydrating yourself and avoiding immediate exposure to blue light from electronic devices are other effective measures.

Moreover, if you suffer from sleep apnea and other sleep disorders, it's crucial to follow your treatment plan religiously. Regular consultations with your healthcare provider can also help in managing and improving your sleep quality.

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