Routine with a 10-months-old

Hello,

I have a 10-month-old mixed breed dog who came live with me last September. I love him so much and we already have a strong bond, but our daily routine is still a struggle.

I have anxiety, and sometimes his energy is just too much for me. Mornings are pure caos. He wakes up full of energy and jumps all over me, but I'm slow to wake up and really need some quiet time before I can start the day. He is also quite aanoying during breakfast. He usually gets a walk mid-morning, and after that he's calm and quiet until mid-afternoon. Then he' full of energy again. He gets another long walk after I finish work.

The balcony is another big problem. He barks a lot from the balcony, and sometimes he just can't stop wanting to go out there. He scratches at the door over and over asking to go out again. (what kind of training would work for this?)

Crate training didn't work for us, so I'm looking for tips and routines without using a crate. Right now he sleeps with me, and honestly I'm sleeping better this way for now. In the future I'd like him to sleep in his own bed, but maybe when he's more mature.

I'm thinking about hiring someone to walk him in the mornings when I start work, so he could get a good hour-long walk and hopefully be calmer after. Not sure if I can afford it though.

For enrichment, most things only work for a little while. I give him pâté in a lickimat and sometimes something to chew. Pork ears keep him busy the longest, but I know I shouldn't give them too often.

I know a lot of this is probably just his age and it'll get better with time. But right now, I'd really love any tips, routines, or ideas for managing his energy and the balcony barking.