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I had this same problem and it really didn't get fixed until I got a regular job. I have no self-discipline :-)

The light thing does work though. There are studies backing it and I've tried it and it definitely works.

One funny thing about one of those studies. They somehow found "evidence" that light on the inside of elbow (I think its called the cubital tunnel area) had the same effect on circadian rhythms, but I think this was later disproven.

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I can definitely sympathize with the lack of self-discipline as well. It's difficult to discipline yourself when the animus to do so is faltering.

Besides that, I've found myself growing ever more sensitive to lighting, natural or otherwise. The 'fluorescent sunshine' from the overhead fixtures typical to most office environments is a definite demotivator. Likewise, I usually remove those ubiquitous, vinyl miniblinds from any new apartment and replace them with Chinese-style roll-up blinds with opaque fabric to allow in natural light.

yeah, the window coverings are definitely an issue. I wish there were blinds available that would go translucent in the morning. I like it pitch black at night but need the sun in the morning. My first robotic house will handle this. :-)

Hehe... that doesn't sound so expensive actually (some kind of automatically-opening blinds or curtains on a schedule) and might help.

Edit: russell_h actually did something of the sort - http://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=1409313

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