In today's Ask Amy column, Amy Dickinson responds to a daughter who is annoyed with her mom's morning perkiness.
Talking in the morning, or any noise, smell, or stimulation really, isn’t just annoying but actually more akin to painful. It’s like nails on a chalkboard, or being pinched – it elicits an involuntary reaction of cringe and a desire to retreat.First thing in the morning she wants to tell me things, or worse – ask me things. At best, I can muster a “Good morning” and a grunt, but I don’t think she’s ever understood just how much restraint is required for anything other than a snarl.
I have been explaining this for years, and to be honest I actually feel SHE’S being rude for not respecting this simple boundary. After rising and using the bathroom, you might retreat to your room for some quiet time. You should have something available to drink and a protein bar or similar snack on hand in your room .
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