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Episode 313: 10 Real-Life ADHD Tips to Wake Up & Get Out of Bed Easier

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Jul 28, 2025
Mornings can be tough for those with ADHD, but there are practical solutions! Discover simple tweaks to your morning and evening routines that can make waking up easier. Learn ten effective strategies to break the sleep-debt cycle and transform your mornings into something enjoyable. From tackling executive function challenges to minimizing friction in morning habits, this conversation provides valuable insights and personal anecdotes to help improve your start to the day.
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ANECDOTE

Paula's Grad School Morning Struggle

  • Paula struggled with getting out of bed during grad school without ADHD supports or diagnosis.
  • She used phone scrolling to avoid overwhelming emotions about the day ahead, which delayed her mornings.
INSIGHT

The ADHD Morning Activation Challenge

  • Getting out of bed is complex for ADHD brains due to executive function, emotional dysregulation, and sleep debt.
  • These combined challenges create a perfect storm that makes activation in the morning very hard.
ADVICE

Evening Prep Eases Mornings

  • Start your evening routine by washing your face right after work to reduce end-of-day delays.
  • Keep your phone out of the bedroom to avoid morning scrolling and ease getting out of bed.
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