I spoke to my therapist this week. He is supportive of the idea that every hour I waste this year is going to be time that I will regret for the rest of my life. It’s been helpful so far in maintaining discipline. In addition to fighting my own internal struggles, I need to get my spouse on board with this idea as well. It should be helpful to start earlier in the mornings in order to free up some time later, but I am worried I will resent additional mental effort being spent away from exams. Talis vita est.