The Fall Back Is Real And I'm Tired AF
It's that time of year again! The leaves are changing, the pumpkin spice is flowing, and we get to "enjoy" an extra hour of sleep as we fall back into Standard Time. While the idea of an extra hour of sleep sounds great in theory, in practice it can actually do more harm than good. Here's why...
How Daylight Saving Time Affects Your Sleep
When we "fall back" and turn our clocks back an hour, it throws our bodies' natural sleep rhythms out of whack. This is because our bodies are used to getting up with the sun and going to bed when it gets dark. So, when we suddenly have an extra hour of darkness in the evening, it can make it harder to fall asleep and stay asleep. As a result, we may find ourselves feeling more tired during the day. And if you're someone who struggles with anxiety or depression, this can be a particularly difficult time of year.
The good news is that there are some things you can do to mitigate the effects of Daylight Saving Time on your sleep.
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2. Stick to a regular sleep schedule as much as possible. This means going to bed and getting up at around the same time each day, even on weekends.
3. Finally, make sure your bedroom is dark and quiet so that you can get the best night's sleep possible.
So there you have it! A few things to keep in mind as we "fall back" into Standard Time this weekend. Just remember that while an extra hour of sleep sounds great in theory, in practice it can actually do more harm than good. But if you follow the tips above, you should be able to get through this time change without too much trouble.