The minute I could afford to, I stopped having an alarm wake me up. Being startled awake spikes cortisol. Instead, my Eight Sleep mattress eases me up through gentle temperature shifts and vibrations. I usually check my sleep score on my Oura. If I’ve recovered well, I push harder that day. If I haven’t, I adjust where I can.
I’ve recently started testing the Brecka hydrogen tablets in water, which I drink first thing. Then it’s 15 minutes cuddling — my daughter’s number one non-negotiable. People expect a longevity devotee to say they cold plunge at dawn, but we cuddle and chat in bed. Connection and physical affection are some of the most evidence-backed longevity tools we have.
