Open your blinds to bask in sunlight as soon as you start your day it is one of the best ways to reset your internal clock and help you wake up earlier. Some people have an easy time falling asleep earlier in the evening, and they’re most likely to wake up in the morning naturally. But this doesn’t apply to everyone People mostly stay up past their bedtime because of a combination of biological factors such as circadian rhythm length or a shifted circadian rhythm that is delayed, and behavioral factors. Shift Your Wake Up Time Gradually Your body won’t get the rest it needs if you’re cutting into your sleep time and the reset won’t be sustainable. Don’t Sleep Late on the Weekends a consistent bedtime on the weekends seems to lead to better sleep and easier waking during the week. Plus, you get to spend that weekend morning time any way you’d like. Wind Down 2 Hours Before Bedtime Start by shutting down on all goal-directed activities. That means no work emails, no homework, no rigorous workouts. Nothing that will be difficult to ease out of Get Bright Light First Thing in the Morning Bright lights on your devices can make it harder for you to go to sleep, but it has the same effect in the morning, too. Cline recommends opening your blinds for exposure to sunlight as soon as you start your day. And if you’re dealing with dark, dreary mornings, invest in a light box for 15 to 30 minutes of light therapy.
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Friday, June 27, 2025