So here is my “routine”:
- snooze the alarm and can’t get out of bed for 25 minutes
- protein shake, Lisdexamfetamine immediately
- usually guarana / black tea right after
- sit down and wait for the kick - but that takes an awfully long time!
- managed to avoid dopaminergic things like doomscrolling while waiting
- often watch a show as a compromise, though
- manage todos, like even starting the list for the day helps a lot when the kick comes
- start drinking a lot (no caffeine) within ~10 minutes, fast fill-up 1l, then slow down
A faster way is to take the meds immediately with water only, or even in bed, but it doesn’t last as long as with the protein shake. Maybe a mix of both would work, like meds on empty stomach, but then protein shake and food 10 minutes later?
Showering works great for some reason, but I lately prefer an occasional bath at night. Is it the “thinking time” with no screens and the simple routine?
A slam my dex down with a coffee. The coffee kicks in faster, and wears off as the dex comes in. Sharp start. No peaks and troughs.
Also, get in the shower. That makes my brain realise I’m vertical.
Surprising - coffee is something I quickly adjust to, and after a couple of weeks, it’s just what I need to reach normal. Guarana works more even, but I keep reverting to 0 caffeine every 1 - 3 years, lol. The endless circle …