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Discussion Thread 🍰 Wednesday 7 January 2026 (aussie.zone)

submitted 1 week ago by YarraByte@aussie.zone to c/melbourne@aussie.zone

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[–] Eagle@aussie.zone 4 points 6 days ago (2 children)

I don't cope without natural light. Try one blind open and see if that helps.

[–] imoldgreeeg@aussie.zone 5 points 6 days ago

Windows are west facing so not keen on that but did just go stand outside for a bit. I might set a timer for breaks

[–] thatKamGuy@sh.itjust.works 3 points 6 days ago

Obviously not practical for today, but consider non-blockout blinds or old-school sheer curtains? Their whiteness helps reflect some light/heat, but still let some sunlight in.

We’ve got 2 west-facing windows in our bedroom. We have one fully blocked out, and the other using just curtains and partially lowered to allow light in, without overwhelming the AC.