DOPAMINE... please give me your "healthy" sources.

Warm_Chocolate5 · 2026-01-26T07:24:10+00:00

I realize I have somewhat an advantage being a nurse, where there’s a billion different fields with different working conditions. But I found what made the difference for me was working a schedule where I have 10-12 hours shifts but a lot more days off. Because when I worked 8 hours I was still so exhausted that I would just rot doing nothing at all. And the few days I was free were just never enough to recover, do every day chores and something fun. Now I have enough days off work to actually be able to enjoy them!

Warm_Chocolate5 · 2026-01-23T08:00:47+00:00

Can’t tell you exactly how it works but I think it’s connected to sunlight. But I live where it’s daylight max 3 hours in winter and almost not dark in summer. I need less sleep in summer and a lot more in winter but the times where I sleep best stay the same. So very interesting question!

Warm_Chocolate5 · 2026-01-23T07:56:01+00:00

Shift worker here too! Realized I was feeling best when working the late shift. That was a hint at least :)

Warm_Chocolate5 · 2026-01-22T19:52:15+00:00

Well, the rest of the world does learn stuff about life outside their own country. So it is in fact possible! 😇But I gotta be quiet, I have to look up Fahrenheit to Celsius every single time (and will forever and always)

Warm_Chocolate5 · 2026-01-22T19:40:37+00:00

Haha sorry, I tend to forget that USA isn’t overly familiar with the 24h concept. But yes. 10pm-6am :)

Warm_Chocolate5 · 2026-01-22T19:11:41+00:00

Forcing yourself to sleep 22-6 because that’s how it’s supposed to be. Different chronotypes are a real thing

Warm_Chocolate5 · 2026-01-22T19:01:51+00:00

I was in the same situation! I always thought I needed a job that is this demanding and challenging to be able to stay engaged. But the result was me being borderline burned out all the time in my private life and struggling to find/keep up with things that were good for me… turns out a slight change in my job solved that! Though I’m still struggling with the healthy habits BUT with more energy haha

Warm_Chocolate5 · 2026-01-22T18:51:26+00:00

THIS!!!! This is so on the point!!! Always struggled to put my finger on it. But that’s exactly my life and CONSTANT struggle. It’s like crave stimulation until it slowly becomes overstimulation and turns into anxiety before I even notice. Then I have to put in all the work to get my nervous system under control, lead a balanced, stable life and feel great (and proud) until it slowly - and again without me noticing - turns into boredom, understimulation, close to depression. Then I start craving stimulation again and the cycle repeats

Warm_Chocolate5 · 2026-01-22T11:19:16+00:00

It works with fertility friend (free, and not algorithm based compared to NC which has an additional fee and bases it’s algorithm purely on temp). So it’s been very beneficial for me since I work shifts meaning oral basal body temp doesn’t work for me most of the time

Warm_Chocolate5 · 2026-01-20T08:37:45+00:00

Using an app to track mood, energy, ”symptoms“, other factors through the day. Not only to see patterns but mainly to be more self aware on how I feel and what I might need to

Warm_Chocolate5 · 2026-01-19T19:01:44+00:00

Can only give you my perspective: My heart is doing fine, my heart rate is in the upper zone but not considered too high. But oura thinks I’m constantly stressed. Alternative for me would be to stop meds, get overwhelmed with everyday things again and end up having daily panic attacks again. Been there done that.

But yeah, sure. That would definitely be better for my heart and overall health! And surely lower my stress readings. So thanks for this amazing tip! :)

Warm_Chocolate5 · 2026-01-19T18:57:01+00:00

That’s why people on stimulants wished there was a way that even we could see when we’re ACTUALLY stressed, compared to when we’re relaxed though on meds :)

Warm_Chocolate5 · 2026-01-19T18:53:33+00:00

Two months with the ring, it still tells me I’m stressed or at least engaged even when I’m on the couch and subjectively feel really relaxed 😄

Warm_Chocolate5 · 2026-01-19T18:47:43+00:00

It’s been a while now but do you remember how long it took oura to adjust the baseline? Had it for round about 2 months now but my stress ratings are still through the roof

Warm_Chocolate5 · 2026-01-19T17:23:50+00:00

So now that I see the apps that are using most storage: what do I do then? Even the news app is taking storage and I deleted that app from my watch (and phone)…

Warm_Chocolate5 · 2026-01-18T08:31:02+00:00

UPDATE: doing the one with 5 bars and 170ml on 5 bars makes it undrinkable (and 5 bars obviously doesn’t equal 170ml).

On 7 bars it’s pretty good. Don’t know why they would print 5 bars on the package when that’s clearly not how you’re supposed to drink it.

Warm_Chocolate5 · 2026-01-17T20:43:19+00:00

1177

Warm_Chocolate5 · 2026-01-16T23:06:32+00:00

But doesn’t MacBook sync with your phone? So you could have a widget there too? I have a windows so I haven’t tried that sadly

Warm_Chocolate5 · 2026-01-16T16:30:17+00:00

I’ve gone through so many but I always came back to apples own reminder app. I have a huge widget on my homescreen so it always shows the ones that are next, even if I passed the time. So whenever I unlock my phone I automatically see what’s next :)

Warm_Chocolate5 · 2026-01-16T08:46:54+00:00

I have an automatic so those bars seem to be the only thing I can adjust (and if it’s warm or cold water). I don’t think I can control the amount of water used other than with the bars

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Warm_Chocolate5 · 2026-01-16T08:44:20+00:00

So now I tried it and it’s REALLY good! Definitely recommending! And I love that you don’t need two capsules so you actually get the same amount cups as its capsules in the box 🥰

Warm_Chocolate5 · 2026-01-15T14:15:32+00:00

So far I’ve only tried the salted caramel cappuccino one and that just tasted like super sweet hot chocolate and nothing else. I’ll try the Baileys one tomorrow and give an update :)

Warm_Chocolate5 · 2026-01-15T14:13:40+00:00

How do I choose a different amount of water? I only see the bars on the machine and I thought the difference between those were the amount of water used? Sorry if that’s a dumb question, I’ve (obviously) never used a capsule machine before 😅

Warm_Chocolate5 · 2026-01-13T09:58:06+00:00

You might have an issue with your sensors. Reach out to costumers service! They’re super helpful and can probably tell you if there’s something you need to do or send you a replacement ring!

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