Here’s what happens when the body is gently nudged into waking earlier, without the usual suffering.
The brain has its own internal clock, known as the circadian rhythm. It thrives on predictability. Dr Huberman explains that waking up at the exact same time, ideally around sunrise, for just three consecutive days can send a strong signal to reset this internal clock.
It doesn’t have to be 5 AM, but it has to be consistent. Skipping weekends, for example, can confuse the rhythm again.
On day one, the body feels groggy. On day two, slightly better. By day three, the brain seems to anticipate the wake-up call, often even before the alarm rings.
