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Why I Still Wake Up Before Sunrise
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January 1, 2026
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4:07Now PlayingWhy I Still Wake Up Before Sunrise
Hawk reflects on his morning routine and traces it back to summers spent on his grandparents' farm, where his grandfather instilled a strong work ethic that required waking up before sunrise to work in the barn. Growing up on a farm taught him that productive mornings meant starting work hours before breakfast, and that mentality has never left him. At 57, his sleep habits have changed, and the current state of the world weighs heavily on him. From Sudan and Congo to Ukraine, Gaza, and the challenges facing Palestinians, the constant flow of difficult news affects his ability to rest.
Physical movement and staying productive have become essential coping mechanisms and ways to regulate his nervous system when anxiety runs high. Whether it's going for a walk, exercising, catching up on news, or creating content, Hawk needs to accomplish significant work before noon or the entire day feels wasted. His grandfather's farm work ethic shaped his approach to mornings, productivity, and how he manages stress in an increasingly chaotic world. The habits formed during those early farm mornings continue to influence his daily routine and his approach to political commentary and current events, even decades later.
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