Great article. I too have learned to begin the day writing and exercising, before I begin my long term career activities at 11 am. One of my favorite recovery activities is spending time at Christ in the Desert Monastery in Abiquiu, New Mexico. The monks begin morning prayer at 4 am during "ordinary time," 3 am during Lent and Advent. It sets the tone for their day. As Benedictines they contemplate their death daily as a positive spiritual practice. You might enjoy spending some time hanging out with them.