I meant to reply sooner, but I wanted to test a few ideas first so I could give a real answer instead of a vague one.
I moved the plants away from the window you mentioned, and that seemed to help a lot. The leaves stopped curling, and the soil is drying at a steadier pace now.
I also changed the routine a bit by opening the curtains later in the day. That kept the room bright without turning the corner into a hot spot. It feels more balanced overall.
If you want to try the same thing, I would start small and watch it for a couple of days before changing anything else. I always end up doing too much at once and then I cannot tell what actually worked.
Anyway, that is the update from my side. If you check yours this weekend, let me know how it looks, because I am curious whether the same approach helps in your space too.

I tried the route you suggested on Sunday morning, and it was actually much quieter than I expected.
I left earlier than usual, brought water, and kept my pace easy for the first stretch. That made the climb at the end feel a lot less dramatic and way more manageable.
The best part was the view from the last bend before the trail loops back. I almost missed it the first time because I was looking down at my feet, but I stopped for a minute and realized it was worth slowing down.
I definitely think you would enjoy it, especially if the weather stays mild. Just wear shoes with a decent grip because a few parts were dusty and I slid once near a turn.
I am planning to go again next week, though maybe not as early. If you want, I can send over the rough timing I used so you can judge how long each section felt without needing to guess the whole thing.