Are you more of a cheerful morning person or do you feel best in the evening?

B Natural answer

I’d say I’m somewhere in the middle, but I usually work better in the evening. Mornings are okay if I have enough sleep, yet I’m not very chatty before lunch. By dinner time, I’ve usually had time to wind down, and that’s when I can think more clearly. I often sit down, make a plan, and get through my to-do list faster than I expected. So if you asked me when I’m most relaxed and productive, I’d probably say after work, not first thing in the morning.

Key phrases in this answer

• wind down — relax after being busy or active“I like to wind down with a book before bed.”
• think more clearly — understand ideas better and make better decisions“After a walk, I can think more clearly.”
• get through my to-do list — finish the tasks I planned to do“I try to get through my to-do list before lunch.”
• start the day slowly — begin the morning in a calm, unhurried way“I like to start the day slowly with tea and music.”
• feel awake — have energy and not feel sleepy“I usually feel awake after my second cup of tea.”
• my brain switches on — my mind becomes active and ready to think“After midnight, my brain switches on.”