Waking up in the middle of the night can be very annoying, as most of us need 7 to 8 hours of quality sleep. However, some people seem to wake up every night at the same time. Coincidence? Maybe not ... It's time for you to pay attention because it can reflect your psychological state and the energy through your body ...
When our routine is established, our brain adapts and reminds us of what needs to be done and when. It is when our brain and body are suddenly sidelined that we become aware of it. This includes an enigmatic sleep-wake cycle.
Circadian rhythms
"A circadian rhythm is a life cycle that displays an oscillation of about 24 hours. These 24-hour rhythms are powered by a biological circadian clock and have been widely observed ... "says Dr. Rachel S. Edgar, a researcher at the Medical Research Council (MRC) in Cambridge.
Chinese medical texts dating back to the 13th century showed circadian rhythms long before Western medicine. The main difference lies in its postulate - our Chi (internal energy) moves through various points of the body at different times in the 24-hour circadian cycle.
Disruption of internal energy at any point in the circadian cycle can result in emotional, mental or physical health problems. It is a potential health problem because every system in our body must have the ability to recover and regenerate.
1. Wake up between 9 pm and 11 pm
Problems with arteries or blood vessels (which are very active during this period) can indicate a multitude of health problems. Adrenal gland disorders, metabolic function, immune system or thyroid disorders may be the underlying causes.
Psychologically, high levels of stress, confusion or paranoia can also prevent you from falling asleep.
Solutions include meditation, deep breathing, or some other type of relaxation exercise.
2. Wake up between 11 pm and 1 am
The gallbladder is most active during the night, especially between 11 pm and 1 am, as it actively removes the fat consumed during the day.
From a psychological point of view, feelings of self-judgment or of others and a persistent inability to forgive someone can trigger vigilance during this time.
Solutions include a lower fat diet, meditation and the practice of accepting and forgiving yourself and others.
3. Wake up between 1 am and 3 am
This is the period during which the liver removes all the harmful toxins from the body.
On the emotional level, some say that this period is correlated with feelings of anger and guilt, hence the difficulty of staying asleep.
Adopt a healthier diet and reduce or even ban alcohol consumption.
4. Waking up between 3 am and 5 am
Like the liver, the lungs also work to eliminate accumulated toxins. People with lung problems are likely to cough and wheeze during this time.
Feelings that may be involved include melancholy and grief. Depressive symptoms can also be triggered during this period.
Solutions include a healthier diet (eating good foods for the lungs), quitting, and understanding and treating your depression.
5. Wake up between 5 am and 7 am
Our intestines are in cleaning mode (which explains the desire to go to the bathroom on waking). On the other hand, our mind is moving to the "work mode". Thoughts or feelings about a lack of progress or anxiety about the upcoming workday can trigger a desire to wake up.
Drink plenty of water as it facilitates intestinal cleansing, and practice mindfulness meditation regularly.
