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Oct 11, 2024
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I have been waking at 6:00 AM for so long that it is automatic, even when I get to bed late or travel outside my time zone. If I have a lot going on I may stir earlier, but it is exceedingly rare for me to sleep past six. Even so, I set the alarm on the computer for six just in case something changes. It is also useful for when I do get up earlier than normal and work through my revenge fantasies while waiting for the alarm.

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