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"It takes 21 days to form a new habit" - - And it has worked out for me. I used to be a night owl because I would go to the gym (to clear my mind) after a long day of work. I recently switched up my routine and have been going to the gym at 430am, which means I'm in bed by 9:30pm/10:00pm latest. Hence I would start my "work" day around 6am and I tell you what, it was the BEST decision I've made as I feel like I've gained 2-3 extra hours of work during the day! For this reason alone, my mornings and entire days are more productive and I get so much done than trying to fit the "introvert tasks" in at night before bedtime.Quick background:
I am an introvert/extrovert. During the day I will have to be in constant contact with employees and clients. During the night, I would do all the introvert tasks. Code reviews (from our software team), invoices, finances etc. However, I will stay up till very late. For example till 2-3 am and then I wake up at 8-9 am.
My goal:
I want to change my rhythm, and instead of working late and getting up late, I want to do the introvert tasks very early and sleep earlier. The days that I have achieved that (different sleeping schedule when changing continents), I've seen that I am times more productive.
Has anyone managed to change their sleeping habits? Any suggestions?
To each their own though. Listen to your own body and make adjustments along the way. We're all wired differently so go with what works best for you!