Posts by Noah Harris50

Rose said:Same here... once I finish talking, I just drift right back to sleep and have zero clue who I was even chatting with or what we talked about. 😕

I don't even need to fall back asleep. Even if I stay up, I won't remember a single word I said. Honestly, even now while I'm typing this (woke up an hour ago), I can barely feel like I'm actually awake.

If my phone wakes me up in the morning, whether I actually slept or not, trust me—I have zero clue who I was talking to or what we were even discussing.

It’s like there’s this weird limbo phase between being asleep and being awake.

Then, maybe two or three times a year for absolutely no reason, I'll wake up feeling actually refreshed. Honestly, it’s a hell of a feeling. 😁

dodouprolazu said:When you're talking about your boyfriend, maybe he just worked hard and crashed.

Man, some people just pass out like a light whether they did anything or not. My sister is exactly the same way. Some people just sleep easy, I guess.

Weird phenomenon.

dodouprolazu said:When you talk about your boyfriend, maybe he just works himself to death and crashes. I don't know if you missed my question, but if you aren't working hard during the day, why would you be tired at night? My better half is currently pregnant, and she's dealing with the same thing as you—her whole rhythm is trashed. She’s in a fog all morning and can't sleep until late at night. She’s hoping things go back to normal eventually, because she never had these issues when she was working.

I already told you, I spend my days sitting through lectures. Basically, my "workday" is just being stuck in class from 8 until 2 or 3.

Honestly, I think people who don't even have jobs and do nothing all day can still feel exhausted or wide awake in the morning. It isn't always just about how much you worked.
There's a huge difference between falling asleep naturally and passing out because you're physically spent from grinding all day.

My issue isn't even really about falling asleep; it's more about how to actually wake up and feel human in the morning. In case you missed it... 🙂

dodouprolazu said:Noah Harris50, have you always been this lonely in the mornings, or is it just this year—or maybe just during the winter? Could be seasonal depression.

As far as I know, I've always been like this.
I can barely drag myself out of bed. It’s rough. I’m just constantly in a fog.

I’d give anything to actually feel awake in the morning. When I head to my lectures, I can barely keep my eyes open. My head spins, too, like I'm constantly being tossed around by waves. Maybe it's just low blood pressure?

For me, "morning" is basically whatever three or four hours happen after I wake up. If I roll out of bed at 1:00 PM, that’s my morning.
When I say morning, I just mean that window right after waking up. I actually like the concept of morning—it’s a decent part of the day.
Just reacting to what silvermason16 wrote.

But I’m asking how you guys actually feel when you first wake up. A lot of you say you're cranky, but honestly, I don't even have the energy to be cranky. When my alarm goes off, I don't even know my own name. Meanwhile, some people are already chirping away and totally sharp the second they finish brushing their teeth.

Someone above mentioned hitting a wall for the first few hours. I know that feeling all too well.

And someone else said they're night owls who come alive once it gets dark. I'm right there with you.

I've also noticed that regardless of whether I hit the sack early or late, I somehow always wake up around 10:00 AM. It's like I have an internal alarm clock set specifically for that time.

Anyway, anyone got tips on how to clear the brain fog faster? Right now, I'm trying to train myself to stick to a schedule (meaning if I want to be out by 11:00 PM, I have to be in bed by 10:00 PM because it takes me at least an hour to drift off—my guy is out in two minutes flat, which makes me hate him sometimes lol).
I try to drink plenty of water, eat breakfast, and get some movement in (mostly because I'm convinced my blood pressure is bottoming out).

As for coffee... I'm immune. Caffeine does absolutely nothing for me.

p.s. I'm a genius at night; in the morning, my brain is a blank slate.

Nothing beats a guy who actually does yoga 🙂

Woke up at 7, it’s already 8:34, and even after getting a solid eight hours, I still feel like a zombie. Chugged a huge glass of water, downed two coffees, and ate breakfast, but I’m still hitting a wall.
Makes me wonder—are you guys actually functional in the morning? How long does it take for your brain to actually kick in, and what’s your go-to fix? I’m always exhausted, whether I slept a little or a ton. Mornings just suck for me.
Plus, I tend to go hard at night, so it takes forever to drift off.

Mark Hughes36 said:felt way too overacted and, honestly, just dragged on forever

Something tells me this is the first Mike Leigh flick you've actually sat through, otherwise you wouldn't be complaining about it being slow or overdone.🙂

Roger said:How many people usually show up to the spots where you practice yoga? Is it just a random crowd that day, or is there a set group of maybe 5 or 6? I checked out Navigate (decided it was too pricey for me anyway), and it looks super organized—you have to confirm your spot so it doesn't get overcrowded and the instructor actually has time to work with everyone individually.👍

Crowd size depends on the room and your level. I do Ashtanga, but we’ve got three different classes:
1. Beginner Ashtanga
2. Ashtanga I
3. Ashtanga Mysore

The first one is always packed, maybe 20 people. The teacher explains a lot, and tons of newbies show interest and come to the first few sessions, then some take it home to practice alone while others realize yoga isn't their thing.
In Ashtanga I, it's basically the same as beginner, except the teacher stops explaining everything since everyone already knows Surya Namaskar and the sequence. Other than that, we get through more asanas because we have more time to finish the full series within those 90 minutes.
Ashtanga Mysore is where every yogi moves at their own pace without waiting on anyone else. The teacher just floats from person to person, helping you get deeper into your asanas.

Beginner gets about 20-30 people, Level I gets around 15, and for Mysore, there's usually just 5 or 6 of us in this massive studio.

Joshua Jones said:So, what's the deal with Ashtanga yoga, Noah Harris50?

Ashtanga comes out of South India and it's all about that high-intensity, physical flow. Unlike your standard Hatha stuff, you aren't just sitting in a pose forever—you usually hold an asana for maybe five breaths before moving on. There aren't really breaks either; you just flow from one move to the next in a strict, set order called a series.
There are six different series in total, though most people just stick to the first one, which usually runs about 90 minutes. It kicks off with some "warm-ups" using Sun Salutations A and B, which hit a bit differently than the usual Hatha version.

Namaste.

northernwolf8 said:I used to do this "Yoga for Daily Living" thing—basically Hatha, pranayama, and meditation—for over a year. Honestly? It was amazing. I felt so incredibly flexible and just... great.
Now I’m thinking about getting back into it, and I’d definitely pick that same routine again.
The Power Yoga classes at the Nava center are way too pricey for us, mostly because the instructor lived in the States and used to teach celebrities like Madonna. Plus, I can't wrap my head around trying to do a headstand after only two or three sessions.
That’s more like something you hit in level 7 or 8 of Hatha.
What I love about the daily life yoga is how they take it slow, step by step, letting your body loosen up gradually. Anyway, hope I didn't bore you guys to death.

Every yoga style is a progression. It’s all about what you can actually handle. For some people, a headstand is easy right away; for others, they can't even pull off a bridge after thirty tries. The whole point is not forcing your body into an asana if it doesn't feel natural.

Rozan said:$167 per month? And $200 is a total rip-off. For how many hours? Every day?😲 😲 😲
What's even the difference between power yoga and "regular" yoga?
Honestly, I’d probably start with a beginner class... heard yoga is great for staying flexible without getting all bulky.😁

There’s no such thing as "normal" vs "weird" yoga, and they all have beginner sessions regardless. Plus, you aren't going to get jacked no matter what you pick—asanas lengthen your muscles instead of just pumping them up.
The big ones you'll actually see are Hatha, Ashtanga, Iyengar, and Bikram.
They're all solid, but Ashtanga is my go-to.

boldfox said:drink some fluids before you eat... you'll feel full faster so you won't overdo it... and get moving a bit... that should do the trick...

Genius!!! How did I even miss that?
Chug a ton of liquids, especially a massive glass of water right before eating.

stormycyclist13 said:I try to eat, but I just hit this wall of exhaustion. Suddenly, I'm starving and need to fuel up immediately.😬 If I give it a shot... just fruit tonight. Anyone have any specific recs? Or is anything fair game?

I think it’s a crime to strip away everything you actually enjoy. Imagine living life without beer if that's your thing. And why even bother torturing yourself with those crazy diets? They only work while you're stuck on them, then you just end up gaining it all back even faster than you lost it.

Here's my take:

Try to get used to eating as soon as you roll out of bed. Grab a massive breakfast so you don't end up starving later.

Eat small, eat often. Just plate what you actually need—nothing too big, nothing too small. Most people pile their plates high, get full halfway through, and then just shovel the rest down anyway. It’s always one of two things: either you don't want to waste food, or it tastes too good to stop even though your stomach is already screaming "enough."

Get used to finishing your last meal around 6 PM. After that, skip the heavy stuff or sandwiches. Grab a banana, an apple, or maybe some low-fat yogurt. Or honestly, when those late-night cravings hit, just brush your teeth and drink a glass of water. It actually works.

Most important thing: get moving. That gut isn't going to vanish on its own. I live by one rule: burn every single calorie you put in. Think of it as a "tax" on every beer you drink. Honestly, it’s the kind of penalty your body will actually thank you for later.

Best of luck!

silvermason16 said:I paid $150 for a three-month beginner yoga course at a local
studio with a certified instructor.
Once a week, we do ninety minutes of specific
moves, then the rest is up to you—whether you actually
show up on your own or just flake. That’s what our Swami told us. 😎

What kind of yoga were you guys even doing?

Michael Sullivan7 said:Yeah, they definitely are, especially if you're a student or whatever. I used to hit up regular yoga all the time, and those memberships run $67 a month. They have studios all over Washington, D.C., but having to commute for an hour and a half twice a week just wasn't my vibe. Feels like they designed it for their own convenience rather than ours—it'd be way better if you could go three times for less, especially since you're paying so much.

Honestly, you don't realize how pricey it is until you hear what Power Yoga goes for—$167 a month!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 😲 But in cities like DC, people just eat the cost because it's "in" right now. 🙄

Personally, I think nothing is too expensive when it comes to health, but yeah, high prices are still high. Yoga is a solid investment, though. I’d just suggest checking out exactly what kind of yoga they're offering before signing up, because there's a huge variety. Power yoga is great if you just want a cardio workout; it's all about conditioning the body and is based on Ashtanga (my favorite), just stripped down of all those ancient details to give you more freedom with the poses and flow.

Does anyone know if anyone practices Ashtanga yoga anywhere in Washington, D.C.?

blueranger12 said:'that guy'

reg.

blueranger12 said:Total dud for me.😕 Like you guys said, that whole subplot with the rich lady was a waste. Just a dead end that goes nowhere. It tries to make a point about privilege, but it’s just poorly integrated. And that couple, Ethel and her guy? What even was that? She’s too muddled to say anything meaningful about the abortion theme, and he just plays this naive idiot who "understands" because he grew up with brothers. Then there's the sister-in-law—just a flat, useless character. Total waste of screen time.

To cut to the chase, they completely blew the main hook: the abortion plot. You could have had some heavy dialogue or used it to actually break these characters, but nope. Half the movie is just Vera skipping around doing procedures, and the other half is people stuttering and crying. Empathy level: zero. Frustration level: 100%.

It was about as bad as All or Nothing for me. Haven't seen Naked or Secrets & Lies.

no comment.

Justin Patel said:I'm wondering why that rich lady in Vera Drake just vanished halfway through the movie? (Like, she went to that fancy doctor for an abortion and then...)

Was she just there to show how expensive it was to do it legally back then?
Or was it because Vera was cleaning her house and the camera just stuck to her?

Probably just there to show the price tag and how things worked back then. Yeah.